Strawberry Salad Forever

Strawberry season is about to kick off with the beginning of June, so here's a recipe to take advantage of this wonderfully sweet and delicious fruit!  Taste of Home magazine has plenty of really great, low calorie recipes that are bursting with flavor.  Enjoy!

Strawberry Romaine Salad

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/3 cup slivered almonds
• 1 bunch romaine, torn
• 1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced
• 2 cups halved fresh strawberries

CREAMY POPPY SEED DRESSING:

• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon sour cream
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 2-1/4 teaspoons cider vinegar
• 1-1/2 teaspoons poppy seeds

Directions:

In a small heavy skillet over medium-low heat, cook and stir the sugar until melted and caramel in color, about 10 minutes. Stir in almonds until coated. Spread on foil to cool; break into small pieces.

In a large bowl, combine the romaine, onion and strawberries. Combine the dressing ingredients; drizzle over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with coated almonds. Yield: 10 servings.

Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup equals 112 calories, 7 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 2 mg cholesterol, 35 mg sodium, 12 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 2 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat, 1/2 starch.