Lettuce Salad With Special French Dressing

littleturtle's Note:

Inexpensive and delicious. Oil & vinegar base with citrus and spices. Makes about 2 cups dressing.

• Total Time: 10 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• ¾ lb romaine lettuce , chopped (6 cups)
• ¾ lb iceberg lettuce , chopped (6 cups)
• 1 cup mushroom , sliced
• 1⁄3; cup green pepper , chopped

Dressing

• 1 cup vegetable oil
• ¼ cup red wine vinegar
• ¼ cup powdered sugar (or to taste)
• 1 ¼ teaspoons paprika
• 1 ¼ teaspoons salt
• ¾ teaspoon dry mustard
• ¾ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice (preferably fresh)
• ¼ cup orange juice
• 3 garlic cloves , pressed

Directions:

1. Put all dressing ingredients in a blender or food processor and mix at low speed until thoroughly blended.
2. Store refrigerated, but allow dressing to come to room temperature before serving.
3. In a large, wide bowl, mix together salad greens, mushrooms, and green peppers.
4. Stir dressing well before using, and spoon over salads.

Reviews

[Sharon123]

I enjoyed this for an early lunch today. I enjoyed the flavor and have a little dressing left over for another salad! Thanks!