ROMAINE HEARTS WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING

Makes 2 servings

The secret to this salad is crisp, chilled lettuce. Halve the lettuce, rinse thoroughly, drain, and refrigerate in a plastic bag for at least one hour before serving.

FOR THE DRESSING:

5 tablespoons reduced-fat buttermilk

2 tablespoons nonfat mayonnaise

1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1 garlic clove, minced

1 teaspoon fresh dill or
1/4 teaspoon dried

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

FOR THE SALAD:

1 head romaine heart, halved lengthwise

2 Roma tomatoes, diced (do not seed or peel, but do drain slightly)

1/4 cup diced sweet onion

2 tablespoons reduced-fat feta cheese

Combine all the dressing ingredients in a bowl and whisk until combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for the flavors to blend.

Arrange a lettuce half on each of two plates. Drizzle one-fourth of the dressing over each half. Sprinkle with the tomatoes, onion, and cheese and drizzle with more dressing to taste.

Per serving: Calories 73, Protein 5g, Total fat 2g, Sat fat 1g, Trans fat 0g, Cholesterol 4mg, Carbohydrate 12g, Dietary fiber 3g, Sodium 284mg