Autumn Tossed Salad

By carlaschwartz

When you take this wonderful salad to a holiday gathering or serve it at home, you will get rave reviews and many requests for the recipe

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup lemon juice
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons finely chopped onion
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2/3 cup vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
• 1 bunch romaine, torn
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Swiss cheese
• 1 cup unsalted cashews
• 1 medium apple, chopped
• 1 medium pear, chopped
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries

Details

Servings 10
Preparation time 30mins
Cooking time 30mins
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a blender, combine the lemon juice, sugar, onion, mustard and salt. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in poppy seeds. Transfer to a small pitcher or bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled.

In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, cheese, cashews, apple, pear and cranberries. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Yield: 10 servings.

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 each) equals 327 calories, 24 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 10 mg cholesterol, 164 mg sodium, 24 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 6 g protein.