Romaine Salad With Avocado Dressing

Submitted by vegan mom

"from taste of home magazine august/september 2006"

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 13
• Serves: 12

ingredients

• 1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
• 1⁄2 cup mayonnaise
• 1⁄4 cup vegetable oil
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
• 1 bunch romaine lettuce, torn
• 3 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained
• 2 green onions, chopped
• corn chips

directions

1. For dressing, place the first seven ingredients in a blender or food processor; cover and process until blended.
2. In a large bowl, combine the romaine, tomatoes, cheese, olives and onions. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Sprinkle with the corn chips.

Reviews

[Miss Fannie]

I really enjoyed this salad. I used olive oil instead of salad oil. I needed to use a couple of tablespoons more of the olive oil to thin it a little bit. Delicious.