Romaine Salad with Avocado Dressing
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This colorful salad looks great on a buffet table and tastes even better. The crunchy corn chips are a nice change from croutons. —Sandra Forsyth, Edmonton, Alberta
SERVINGS: 12
CATEGORY: Salads
METHOD:
TIME: Prep/Total Time: 25 min.
Ingredients:
- 1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, peeled
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
- 1 bunch romaine, torn
- 3 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
- 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Corn chips
Directions:
For dressing, place the first seven ingredients in a blender or food processor; cover and process until blended.
In a large bowl, combine the romaine, tomatoes, cheese, olives and onions. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Sprinkle with corn chips. Yield: 12 servings.