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INGREDIENTS (for 4 servings):
- Blue Cheese Dressing
- 1/3 cup blue cheese
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/3 cup orange juice
- 8 ounces plain non-fat yogurt
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- Salad
- 4 1/2 cups hearts of romaine lettuce, torn into pieces
- 1 large unpeeled apple, chopped
- 1 Hass avocado, cubed
- 1/2 cup chopped red onions
- 1/4 cup toasted pecan pieces
PREPARATION:
In a small bowl, mash cheese with a fork. Add vinegar, mustard, juice and yogurt; stir to combine thoroughly.
In a large bowl, combine salad ingredients. Toss with 1/2 cup Creamy Blue Cheese Dressing.