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Tossed Salad With Creamy Buttermilk Dressing (1 Pt

Tossed Salad With Creamy Buttermilk Dressing (1 PT recipe image
This tossed salad is a delightful blend of crisp romaine and curly leaf lettuce, brightened with juicy halved cherry tomatoes and sharp red onion slices. The star of the dish is the creamy buttermilk dressing, which brings a tangy, smooth richness that coats every bite perfectly. Enriched with minced garlic, dried parsley, and a hint of cracked pepper, the dressing offers a robust flavor profile without being heavy. It&# 226;€™s an ideal side dish for summer barbecues, a light lunch option, or a healthy accompaniment to grilled meats. Quick to assemble and packed with fresh textures, this recipe delivers a satisfying crunch and zesty kick that will keep you coming back for more.
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 6
Calories: 246.7
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This tossed salad is a delightful blend of crisp romaine and curly leaf lettuce, brightened with juicy halved cherry tomatoes and sharp red onion slices. The star of the dish is the creamy buttermilk dressing, which brings a tangy, smooth richness that coats every bite perfectly. Enriched with minced garlic, dried parsley, and a hint of cracked pepper, the dressing offers a robust flavor profile without being heavy. It&# 226;€™s an ideal side dish for summer barbecues, a light lunch option, or a healthy accompaniment to grilled meats. Quick to assemble and packed with fresh textures, this recipe delivers a satisfying crunch and zesty kick that will keep you coming back for more.
Ingredients
  • 2 cup Romaine lettuce -- torn
  • 2 cup Leaf lettuce -- curly (torn)
  • 1 1/4 cup Cherry tomatoes -- halved
  • 1/2 cup Red onion -- sliced
  • 1/4 cup Celery -- chopped
  • 1/2 cup Lowfat buttermilk
  • 3/8 cup Fat-free mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cracked pepper
  • 1 clove Garlic -- minced
Directions
  1. 1
    In a small bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, fat-free mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, dried parsley, cracked pepper, and minced garlic until smooth and well combined to make the dressing.
  2. 2
    In a large salad bowl, combine the torn romaine lettuce, curly leaf lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, and chopped celery.
  3. 3
    Pour the creamy buttermilk dressing evenly over the salad ingredients.
  4. 4
    Toss the salad gently but thoroughly until all the greens and vegetables are lightly and evenly coated with the dressing.
  5. 5
    Serve the salad immediately while the greens are still crisp.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 246.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.9g30%
Saturated Fat 3.3g17%
Cholesterol 7.0mg3%
Sodium 188.4mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 15.8g6%
Dietary Fiber 4.9g20%
Sugars 7.3g
Protein 7.2g15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: salad, buttermilk, dressing, romaine, lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onion, celery, garlic, parsley, mayonnaise, fresh, crisp, healthy, side dish, lunch, vegetarian, easy, quick, homemade
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