That Addicting Salad

Spring greens are tossed with carrot and cauliflower, then covered in a sweet creamy Parmesan dressing. The salad that initiated a year-long quest to duplicate the recipe! When I threw yet another attempt at the dressing in the fridge overnight, I hit on the secret ingredient. A huge hit with guests!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 285 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 (10 ounce) package spring lettuce mix
• 0.5 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cup small cauliflower florets
• 0.5 cup grated carrot
• 0.5 cup bacon bits

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, and sugar until well blended. Cover, and refrigerate overnight. Stir again just before using.

Step 2

In a large serving bowl, combine the lettuce, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, carrot, cauliflower, and bacon bits. Toss with chilled dressing just before serving.