Transform your everyday salad into something extraordinary with this classic Tossed Salad featuring a zesty homemade lemon-garlic dressing! This fresh, vibrant salad combines crisp lettuce, peppery watercress or romaine, and delicate cauliflower florets with the rich creaminess of ripe avocado and the satisfying crunch of toasted almonds. The real star is the tangy dressing made from scratch with fresh garlic, bright lemon juice, and a perfect blend of mustard, paprika, and celery seed. Prepare the dressing ahead of time and keep it chilled for quick assembly when you're ready to serve. This versatile recipe is perfect as a light lunch or elegant dinner side, and you can easily customize it by adding chunks of sharp cheddar or tangy Roquefort cheese, or top it with chopped hard-cooked eggs for extra protein. Whether you're looking for a healthy weeknight meal or an impressive salad for entertaining, this tossed salad delivers fresh flavors and appealing textures in every bite. - Claude
Ingredients
Dressing: 2 sliced, peeled cloves garlic 2 t. salt 1/4 c. lemon juice 1/2 t. sugar (granulated) 1/2 t. pepper 1/4 t. celery seed 1 t. paprika 1 1/2 t. dry mustard
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l0 T. salad oil Salad: 2 medium heads lettuce 2 bunches watercress or 1 small bunch romaine 1 c. sliced, toasted, blanched almonds 1 1/2 c. very tiny raw cauliflower florets 1 peeled clove garlic 1 very ripe avocado, cut in pieces 2 sliced, peeled tomatoes
Directions
Prepare salad dressing in advance, pour into jar. Shake well. Chill. Mix salad ingredients. To vary: add bits of cheddar or Roquefort cheese, chopped hard cooked eggs. Shake dressing well and pour over salad.
Servings\Yield
Generous side salad for 8-10 people
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Per Serving (based on 8 servings) - Calories: 240; Total Fat: 22g (Saturated Fat: 2.5g); Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 300mg; Total Carbohydrates: 8g (Dietary Fiber: 4g, Sugars: 3g); Protein: 4g
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