CHEDDAR-ALMOND LETTUCE SALAD

Cheddar-Almond Lettuce Salad image

Sugared almonds and a honey-mustard dressing make this salad a real standout. In fact, I keep slivered almonds in my freezer just so I can whip it up for those spur-of-the-moment special occasions! For more nutrition, color or variety, I sometimes add broccoli and tomatoes. --Julia Musser, Lebanon, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1/2 cup slivered almonds
3 tablespoons sugar
9 cups torn romaine
2 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
HONEY-MUSTARD DRESSING:
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup canola oil

Steps:

In a small heavy skillet, combine almonds and sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat for 5-6 minutes or until nuts are coated and golden. Spread onto foil to cool. Divide romaine among salad plates; top with eggs and cheese., In a blender, combine the sugar, vinegar, honey, lemon juice, onion powder, celery seed, mustard, paprika and salt. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Drizzle over salads; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 20g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 167mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.