Strawberry Romaine Salad

If any salad deserves a round of applause, it’s this one. Maybe it’s the saltiness of the bacon combined with the sweetness of the strawberries. Maybe it’s the crunch of the sunflower and poppy seeds. Perhaps it’s because the creamy dressing complements the crisp Romaine lettuce perfectly. Whatever the “it” factor is, this salad has it. Thank you Cousin Lori for introducing me to this salad!

SALAD

1 head Romaine lettuce

1/4 cup crumbled bacon

1 pint strawberries

1⁄2 cup sunflower seeds

1⁄2 cup chopped red onion

DRESSING

1 tablespoon poppy seeds

2 tablespoons vinegar

1⁄2 cup mayonnaise

1/4 cup milk

1/4 cup sugar

Step 1: Chop Romaine lettuce.

Step 2. Toss lettuce with crumbled bacon, strawberries, sunflower seeds, and red onion. 

Step 3: In a bowl, combine poppy seeds, vinegar, mayonnaise, milk, and sugar. 

Step 4: Pour dressing over the lettuce. Toss and enjoy!