A simple stir-together dressing and slices of fresh strawberries liven up a mixture of peppery endive, buttery Boston and red leaf lettuces. The calories and fat are scant, but flavor and texture are outstanding. Preparation Time : 15 minutes
1 small head red-tipped leaf lettuce
1 small head Boston lettuce
1 small head curly endive or bunch of arugula
1 pint fresh strawberries, about 2 cups
1/2 cup ( 125 mL) light sour cream
1 tbsp ( 15 mL) liquid honey
1/2 tsp ( 2 mL) finely grated lime peel
1/4 tsp ( 1 mL) each of salt and freshly ground black pepper
Recipe
1. Clean lettuces and endive. Spin dry or roll in a clean tea towel. Tear into bite-size pieces. You should have 8 cups (2 L). Place in a large salad bowl. Thinly slice strawberries. Add to greens.
2. Whisk sour cream with honey, peel, salt and pepper. Just before serving, pour dressing over greens, toss gently and serve.