Ham Caesar Salad for 2

Name: Ham Caesar Salad for 2
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings.
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cups hearts of romaine salad mix; 1 medium nectarine, chopped; 1 cup julienned fully cooked ham; 1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro; 1/4 cup Caesar salad croutons; 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese; CREAMY CAESAR DRESSING:; 3 tablespoons mayonnaise; 2 teaspoons chopped onion; 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice; 1/8 teaspoon minced garlic; Dash dried basil; Dash dried oregano; Dash pepper; 2 teaspoons half-and-half cream; 1 tablespoon sour cream

“One bite, and you’ll fall in love with this combo! Serve with fresh iced tea and banana splits for a casual menu that won’t heat up your kitchen.” Mary Ann Schlabach - Sarasota, Florida

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups hearts of romaine salad mix
1 medium nectarine, chopped
1 cup julienned fully cooked ham
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup Caesar salad croutons
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
CREAMY CAESAR DRESSING:
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 teaspoons chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon minced garlic
Dash dried basil
Dash dried oregano
Dash pepper
2 teaspoons half-and-half cream
1 tablespoon sour cream

Directions

In a serving bowl, combine the salad mix, nectarine, ham, cilantro, croutons and cheese. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients; drizzle over salad.

Nutrition Facts

1-3/4 cups with 2 tablespoons dressing: 343 calories, 24g fat (6g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 1121mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.

Originally published as Nectarine Ham Caesar Salad in Simple & Delicious July/August 2009