POTLUCK ARTICHOKE TOSSED SALAD

Potluck Artichoke Tossed Salad image

It's a cinch to mix this zesty salad together for a potluck. It'll feed a crowd and then some. For a lighter version, I use less oil and a sugar substitute for the dressing and toss in turkey bacon.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 bunch romaine (1 pound), torn
1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and sliced
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup chopped sweet yellow pepper
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped onion
2 teaspoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons spicy brown mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

In a large salad bowl, combine the romaine, bacon, artichoke hearts, cheese, celery and sweet peppers. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. , In a blender or food processor, combine the vinegar, onion, brown sugar, mustard, salt and pepper; cover and process until smooth. While processing, add oil in a steady stream; blend until thickened. Drizzle over salad; toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 333mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.