Greens with Creamy Berry Dressing

Stephanie Norris, registered dietitian with Florida’s Dairy Council, likes to serve up this favorite from Southern Living’s Cooking Light magazine.

Serves six (serving size: 1 1/2 cups).

Ingredients:
1/3 cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Craisins)
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup light mayonnaise
1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
1 Tbsp. water
1/2 tsp. sugar
1/4 tsp. black pepper
2 garlic cloves, crushed, or 1 tsp. bottled minced garlic
6 cups torn romaine lettuce
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
1 cup fat-free plain or seasoned croutons
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion, separated into rings

Combine cranberries and vinegar in a small bowl. Cover and let stand 30 minutes. Add the mayonnaise and the next five ingredients (mayonnaise through garlic); stir well with a whisk. Cover and chill. Combine lettuce and remaining ingredients in a large bowl; add dressing, tossing gently to coat. Serve immediately.

Nutrition per serving: 115 calories, 3.1g fat (0.5g sat.), 3mg cholesterol, 295mg sodium and 1.7g fiber.