- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
- 1 1/2 cups sour cream
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 8 cups torn lettuce
- 1 large carrot, shredded
- 3 tablespoons bacon bits
- Croutons
- In a small saucepan, combine vinegar, water, onion, garlic; simmer until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Add sugar; simmer until dissolved. Cool to room temperature. Stir in mayonnaise, sour cream, salt and pepper. In a large salad bowl, toss the lettuce,carrots and bacon bits; add dressing and toss to coat. Top with croutons if desired.