Southern Chopped Salad

A very healthy salad which can also be used as side dish for barbeque dishes.

 

Ingredients:

Large head of romaine

1 can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained

1 large, bell pepper

2 medium size tomatoes

1 1/2 cups corn (frozen, thawed)

Creamy Cilantro Dressing or other dressing of choice

Procedure:

Finely chop romaine, bell pepper and tomatoes. Place all ingredients in a large bowl and stir to combine.

Toss with desired dressing.

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Creamy Cilantro Dressing 

Ingredients:

1 cup cilantro/wansuy leaves, chopped

1/2 cup yogurt

1 tbsp. calamansi juice

1-2 garlic cloves

1/4 cup olive oil

1 1/2 tsp. white wine vinegar

1/8 tsp. salt

sugar (optional)

Procedure:

Puree all ingredients in a blender  until smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.