Spinach and Artichoke Caesar

Dressing:
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
I medium garlic clove, minced
½ teaspoon dry mustard
¼ teaspoon pepper

Salad:
4 ounces baby spinach
½ cup thinly sliced red onion
¾ cup artichoke hearts, quartered and drained
¾ cup button mushrooms, sliced

• Process the dressing ingredients in a blender until smooth.
• In a large bowl, toss together the spinach and onion.
• Add the artichokes and mushrooms. Toss well.
• Pour over the dressing and toss lightly.
• Serve immediately.

Makes 4 servings; count each serving as ½ restricted vegetable, ½ protein and 1 fat.

Recipe courtesy of Healthy Family Meals Cookbook (American Heart Association).