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Grilled Romaine Salad with Avocado-Lime Dressing

Yields6 Servings

 3 romaine hearts, cut half lengthwise
 1½ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
 3 green onions, thinly sliced
 ¼ cup black olives, sliced
 ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
 ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Dressing
 1 medium avocado, peeled
 ½ cup Greek yogurt
 2 tablespoons lime juice
 1 tablespoon olive oil
 ½ teaspoon ground pepper
 ½ teaspoon ground cumin
 Pinch of salt
 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
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1.Wash hands well with soap and warm water. Wash produce thoroughly and chop as directed.

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2.Preheat grill. Oil grill rack just before starting to grill.

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3.Using a pair of tongs, grill romaine, cut side down first, until lightly charred, 2-3 min. Turn and grill for another 2-3 minutes.

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4.Remove from grill and allow to cool slightly.

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5.Cut and discard root ends. Cut the rest into bite-size pieces.

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6.In a bowl, mix together romaine, tomatoes, onions, olives, and cilantro.

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7.Puree dressing ingredients until smooth.

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8.Pour dressing and toss until evenly coated.

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9.Top with feta cheese (if using).

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10.Serve at room temperature or chill and serve later. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

6 servings

Serving size

2 1/2 cups

Amount per serving
Calories100
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.5g9%

Saturated Fat 1g5%
Cholesterol 1mg1%
Sodium 118mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 8g3%

Dietary Fiber 3g11%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 4g
Calcium 73mg6%
Iron 1mg6%
Folate 27mcg7%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.