ROMAINE SALAD WITH VANILLA BEAN DRESSING

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Vanilla bean infuses a tangy dressing with lots of great flavor. The addition of dried apricots in the salad adds a sweet twist.-Virginia Crowell, Stayton, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 vanilla bean
2/3 cup canola oil
8 cups torn romaine
1 cup dried apricots, sliced
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

Steps:

  • In small saucepan, combine the water, vinegar, sugar, onion, pepper, and salt. Split vanilla bean and scrape seeds; add bean and seeds to water mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Cool., Discard vanilla bean; pour mixture into a blender. Cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream., Divide romaine among eight salad plates; top with apricots, pine nuts and cheese. Drizzle each serving with 2 tablespoons dressing.

Nutrition Facts :

Rihan Karim
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The vanilla bean dressing is sweet and savory, and the romaine lettuce is bitter and crunchy.


Rim Alayen
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber.


green screen status kashan_write
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover romaine lettuce and grilled chicken.


Kylie Dodd
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect salad for a summer party.


Raiolo Vosavakadua
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I love the unique flavor of the vanilla bean dressing. It's a great way to add a little sweetness to a salad.


Ernest Honest
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This salad is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover grilled chicken.


Jikait Yingying
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I made this salad for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky eater son ate it all up.


amine der
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber.


JOAN L DEWEY (JOANIE)
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I'm not a huge fan of romaine lettuce, but this salad was surprisingly good. The dressing is what really makes it.


isuru No
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover romaine lettuce.


Agness Namukanga
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The vanilla bean dressing is sweet and savory, and the romaine lettuce is bitter and crunchy.


Jaan Gual
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This salad is perfect for a light and refreshing summer meal. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the romaine lettuce is crisp and refreshing.


Muskanfatimaraj
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The dressing is so versatile, I've even used it on other salads and grilled chicken.


anime_ goth girl
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This is my new favorite salad recipe! It's so easy to make and the dressing is amazing.


Howaida Zidan
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I made this salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the dressing.


Yasmine Fradi
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This salad was so delicious! The vanilla bean dressing was the perfect complement to the romaine lettuce. I will definitely be making this again.