Pomegranate and Poppy Seed Salad

Crisp, green romaine is the perfect base for this salad of red onion, pomegranate seeds and a creamy dressing.

Makes 12 servings

Salad:
2 heads romaine, torn into bite-size pieces
1 medium red onion, sliced
2 cups pomegranate seeds

Creamy Poppy Seed Dressing:
1 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
2/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons poppy seed

1. In large bowl, mix all salad ingredients.

2. In small bowl, mix all dressing ingredients until well blended. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information: 1 Serving: Calories 210 (Calories from Fat 135 ); Total Fat 15 g (Saturated Fat 2 g); Cholesterol 10 mg; Sodium 115 mg; Total Carbohydrate 18 g (Dietary Fiber 1 g); Protein 2 g

Percent Daily Value*: Vitamin A 26 %; Vitamin C 28 %; Calcium 4 %; Iron 4 %

Exchanges: 1 Fruit; 1 Vegetable; 3 Fat

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Did You Know?
Pomegranates add more than just great taste and brilliant color to recipes. They're also rich in potassium and contain a good amount of vitamin C.

Substitution:
If you can't find pomegranates, you can use 1 cup dried cranberries or sour cherries.

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy of Betty Crocker 2007/TM General Mills All Rights Reserved