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Contributed By: DCC
Dairy Council of California

Add some Asian flair to your low calorie, high-energy meal!

Ingredients

1 Large fresh pineapple

4 ounces Uncooked vermicelli

Sweet soy dressing (recipe below)

1 can (8 ounces) water chestnuts, drained

2 cups Bean sprouts

1 Red bell pepper, seeded, slivered

1 cup Chopped, unpeeled cucumber

1/2 cup Chopped green onion

Sweet Soy Dressing:

1/4 cup White wine vinegar

3 tablespoons Sugar

2 tablespoons Vegetable oil

2 tablespoons Sesame seeds, toasted

1 tablespoon Soy sauce

1 teaspoon Minced fresh ginger

1 clove Garlic, pressed

Combine all ingredients in small bowl. Whisk to blend.

Preparation

Twist crown from pineapple. Cut pineapple in half lengthwise with knife. Cut fruit from shells. Trim off core; cut fruit into chunks. Set aside 2 cups fruit; reserve remainder for another use.

Cook vermicelli according to package directions; drain.

Add 2 cups reserved pineapple and remaining ingredients. Toss to coat.

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