Lunch: Romaine Salad with Edamame and Creamy Horned Melon Dressing Recipe | MyRecipes

Recipe by Joy E. Zacharia, RD The subtle cucumber-flavored horned melon lends flavor and creaminess to the simple dressing. Make the dressing a day ahead, and then assemble the salad just before mealtime.

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Lemon

Health and fertility benefits of Romaine Salad with Edamame and Creamy Horned Melon Dressing Recipe | MyRecipes

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to.

Ingredients

1 horned melon, halved lengthwise
1/3 cup nonfat buttermilk
1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

To prepare dressing, squeeze horned melon into a fine mesh strainer over a bowl; press with the back of a spoon to extract juice. Discard seeds. Add buttermilk and next 4 ingredients (through pepper) to bowl; stir with a whisk. Cover and chill.
Cook edamame according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain. Rinse with cold water; drain well.
Combine edamame, apple, onion, and lettuce in a large bowl; pour dressing over and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.

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