Blue Cheese 'n' Fruit Tossed Salad

By Johanna

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup canola oil
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar
• Sugar substitute equivalent to 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1-1/4 teaspoons poppy seeds
• 3/4 teaspoon grated onion
• 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 cups torn romaine
• 2 medium tart apples, chopped
• 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
• 1/3 cup pecan halves, toasted
• 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese

Preparation

Step 1

1. In blender, combine the first eight ingredients; cover and process until blended. In a large bowl, combine the romaine, apples, oranges and pecans. Add dressing and toss to coat; sprinkle with blue cheese.