Classic Tossed Salad

Having two different lettuces, Romaine and red leaf, is a nice touch in this hearty tossed salad.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 204 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup blanched slivered almonds
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 1 head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
• ¼ cup grated Romano cheese
• 1 head red leaf lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
• 1 (8 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese
• 1 (4 ounce) can sliced black olives
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 red onion, halved and thinly sliced
• 6 fresh mushrooms, sliced
• 1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian salad dressing

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the almonds in the skillet, and cook, stirring frequently until lightly browned. When the almonds are beginning to turn, add sesame seeds, and cook 1 more minute, or until seeds are toasted.

Step 2

In a large salad bowl, combine lettuce with feta cheese, olives, almonds, sesame seeds, tomatoes, onion, mushrooms, and Romano cheese. When ready to serve, toss with Italian dressing.