This colorful holiday salad is easy to make and so attractive on your table.
  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.
 
 

Champagne Vinaigrette (below)
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

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