Pistachio Herb Salad

Name: Pistachio Herb Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings.
Ingredients: 2 cups chopped romaine; 1/2 cup cubed avocado; 1/2 cup chopped tomato; 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon minced fresh basil or 1/4 teaspoon dried basil; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon snipped fresh dill; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 cup pistachios

If you're searching for healthier alternatives for lunch or a new side dish with dinner, try this tart, tasty salad from our Test Kitchen. It goes together in minutes.

Ingredients

2 cups chopped romaine
1/2 cup cubed avocado
1/2 cup chopped tomato
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon minced fresh basil or 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon snipped fresh dill
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup pistachios

Directions

In a small bowl, combine the romaine, avocado, tomato and onion. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar and seasonings; shake well. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with pistachios. Serve immediately.