Creamy Basil-Pesto Salad
25
- Prep Time15 min
- Total Time15 min
- Makes4 Servings
(Photo: Roberto Caruso)
Anchovies and pesto add depth and punch to this creamy, crunchy green salad.
Ingredients
1 /4 cup basil pesto
1/4 cup plain yogurt
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tsp lemon zest
2 tsp lemon juice
2 anchovy fillets, minced
1 head bibb lettuce, torn
1 head radicchio, torn
1 Belgian endive, torn
1/2 English cucumber, sliced
1 avocado, cut into wedges
1/4 cup chopped chives
Instructions
WHISK basil pesto with yogurt, mayo, lemon zest and juice and anchovies in a bowl. Season with fresh pepper.
LAYER lettuce, radicchio and endive on a platter. Top with cucumber, avocado and chives. Drizzle with dressing.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories 240, Protein 5g, Carbohydrates 12g, Fat 21g, Fibre 5g, Sodium 189mg.
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