Instructions: "Pleasantly tart buttermilk dressing tastes good on most greens and has far less fat and calories than conventional ranch dressings." Vary the flavor by adding 1/2 teaspoon of good curry powder or ground cumin and a drop of hot pepper sauce.

Cut the stem end off the endive, then cut the heads lengthwise into julienne. Stem and core the peppers and cup into thin julienne. Put the endive and peppers in a mixing bowl.

To make the dressing, in a small mixing bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, yogurt, a few drops of lemon juice, the dill, parsley, and onion. Add white pepper to taste and more lemon juice if needed. Pour the dressing over the endive and peppers, and toss to coat the vegetables lightly. Divide among 4 salad plates, top with a dill sprig, and serve. (35

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