Fresh Turnip Salad

Recipe of the week, July 19: Fresh Turnip Salad

Ingredients

• 4 turnips, peeled and chopped
• 1 bunch green onions, chopped
• 2 Granny Smith apples – peeled, cored and chopped
• 4 slices canned pineapple, chopped
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add turnips and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes. Drain, and cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine the turnips, green onions, apples, pineapple and sugar. Stir to evenly coat with the sugar.
3. Whisk together the oil, water, salt and pepper. Pour dressing over fruit and vegetables. Toss and refrigerate overnight.