Ingredients

  • 2 hearts of romaine (the lighter, more delicate inner part of a head of romaine lettuce)
  • 1 cup thinly sliced radishes (about 1 bunch)
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped chives, or a mixture of chives and tarragon
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 small garlic clove, pureed
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 5 tablespoons buttermilk
  • Freshly ground pepper

Method

  • Combine the romaine, radishes and herbs in a large salad bowl.
  • Whisk together the lemon juice, garlic, salt, olive oil and buttermilk.
  • Just before serving, toss with the salad mix.
  • Add salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, toss again, and serve.