Smokey Southwestern Grilled Romaine Salad

Smokey Southwestern Grilled Romaine Salad is topped with a delicious creamy avocado cilantro dressing, Queso Blanco cheese, and crunchy almonds. 

INGREDIENTS– Queso Blanco cheese plus additional for garnish – olive oil – avocado – champagne vinegar – garlic – lime zest and juice

STEP 1In  a blender or food processor combine all ingredients except for the  lettuce and almonds. Blend until smooth. Refrigerate until serving.

Cut  heads of romaine in half. Spray with non-stick cooking spray on the cut  edge. Grill cut side only on medium-high until grill marks appear.STEP 2

Top grilled lettuce with dressing, crumbled Queso Blanco cheese, chopped  Blue Diamond Sriracha almonds and additional cilantro if desired.STEP 3