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After all the rich food of the past few weeks a simple green salad looks and tastes wonderful. This is one of my favorites because the flavors compliment each other so well. The fresh lemon juice in the dressing provides tartness to balance the bacon and grated parmesan. And the fresh, crisp romaine makes me feel that I’m once again eating something healthy. This was the signature salad at Canlis Restaurant, an ultra high end spot that was at it’s height here in Portland in the 1960’s and 70’s. We didn’t have a lot of skyscrapers back then and this beautiful restaurant at the top of the Hilton Hotel had a stunning view of the city. This was a special occasion destination.
- 2 heads romaine lettuce
- 2 peeled tomatoes
- 3 ounces olive oil
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon mint, fresh or dried
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1 egg, coddled
- 1/4 cup chopped green onion
- 1/2 cup freshly grated cheese
- 1 cup croutons
To make the dressing combine oilive oil, lemon juice, pepper, mint and oregano. Whisk in coddled egg until frothy and well blended.
Combine lettuce, tomatoes, green onion, parmesan cheese and bacon in a large salad bowl. Just before serving add croutons and dressing. Simple and so delicious.
How sad! I’ve always thought there was something un-American about the Hilton. Dogs, rats, bums….how dare they do that to you? I might not like the Hilton but your recipe sounds awfully good. A must try.
I remember not being able to wear pants to school even in the winter. It’s so nice things have changed! The salad looks perfect for post holiday meals!
That’s too funny! Pant suit. How quickly we forget those things.
The salad sounds great…I’m with you, something light after all this eating is just the thing.
Oh that salad looks good, and I love your white dishes… great presentation too!
Wishing you and yours a blessed 2009!
cielo
Oh, I could really go for a wonderful salad today. I like how the egg is coddled in this. And … they turned you away because of a pantsuit??!!! We sure have come a long way!
Hi all – Life really has changed, hasn’t it? And in so many ways for the better. I feel this keenly now as we await the inauguration of our new president. Happy day!
And thanks so much for visiting. Have a very happy New Year.
Oh that’s a bummer…now I think you can go anywhere almost naked…not sure if that’s good…but at least you would have gotten in. The salad sounds like a refreshing treat right about now.
I can’t believe they turned you away. I hope you had a tasty meal that night anyway. The salad is wonderful – I love how simple yet flavorful it is.
Happy New Year Cathy.
Salad looks fab’ very inviting….love the color! Yeah I agree….after cooking and feasting so much, I too made plain veg stir-frie and salads lately…
Thank you for the reminder of how far we’ve come Cathy.
The salad looks wonderful. I crave colorful food, especially in the winter, this is one I would like to try.
Your salad looks wonderful and I am anxious to try it. I’ve been craving a good salad.
Oh how well I remember the days of having to wear dresses to school, no matter what the weather. In my junior year I started wearing pants anyway. Eventually they changed the rules. Thank goodness we’ve come a long way, baby!
Now this is my favorite salad. I also like to add mango to this salad. Delicious, Cathy!
Cheers,
Elra