Merry Pistachio Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette
Merry Pistachio Salad

1 small bunch romaine,
   torn into bite-size
   pieces (about 10 cups)
1 jar (7 ounces) roasted red
   bell peppers, drained and
   cut into 1/2-inch strips
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup chopped pistachio
   nuts
  Champagne Vinaigrette

1/2 cup champagne vinegar
   or cider vinegar
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
PREP: 15 min            Makes 8 servings

Merry Pistachio Salad
1. Make Champagne Vinaigrette.

2. Toss vinaigrette and remaining ingredients.

Champagne Vinaigrette
Shake all ingredients in tightly covered container.


1 Serving: Calories 145 (Calories from Fat 90); Fat 10g (Saturated 1g); Cholesterol 0mg; Sodium 95mg; Carbohydrate 14g (Dietary Fiber 2g); Protein 2g

%Daily Value: Vitamin A 58%; Vitamin C 100%; Calcium 2%; Iron 6%
Diet Exchanges: 3 Vegetables, 1/2 Fat


Success Tip

The vinaigrette will cling to the romaine better if the romaine is dry. After washing romaine, spin dry in a salad spinner, or shake thoroughly and roll in paper towels to remove excess water.

Time-Saver
Purchase a bag of salad greens from the produce section of the supermarket, then scan the gourmet section of your supermarket for a fancy bottled dressing.