Macadamia Nuts are not only healthy, but also packed with key nutrients such as mono-unsaturated fats, essential fatty acids, fiber.  They are very calorically dense, so be mindful of portion sizes!  Here's a delicious summer time light salad, that will bring you back to your last tropical vacation!  (the title makes me laugh, because my dogs are named Mango and Macadamia Nut (Mac!)

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Mango and Macadamia Nut salad

4 cups mixed salad greens

2 cucumbers, peeled and sliced

1 large mango, flesh removed, thinly sliced​

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• ​Dressing:

  • 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar

  • 1 tsp of honey

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • 2 tablespoons chopped unsalted macadamia nuts

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Place salad greens, cucumber and mango in a large bowl. Toss gently to combine. To make dressing, place dressing ingredients in a small bowl. Season with freshly ground black pepper and whisk to combine then set aside. Transfer salad to a serving bowl. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently again to combine. Sprinkle with macadamias to serve.