Alex Lau
We call this a hand salad because lettuce and dip just doesn’t sound like nearly as much fun. Romaine hearts are great because they’re sturdy and stocked at most markets. Don’t use something floppy like Boston lettuce or arugula, though. This is the appetizer for the $50 dinner party. See the rest of the menu and step-by-step photos here.
Recipe information
Yield
10–12 servings
Ingredients
2 cups plain full-fat yogurt
1 garlic clove, grated
1 tablespoon (or more) fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 romaine hearts, leaves separated, trimmed
Preparation
Step 1
Whisk yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl; taste and adjust seasonings and lemon juice, if needed.
Step 2
Arrange romaine leaves in a bowl and serve with yogurt-lemon dressing alongside for dipping.
