Five-Layer Salad

 

1

cup frozen sweet peas

1

tablespoon water

1/3

cup plain fat-free yogurt

1/4

cup reduced-fat mayonnaise (do not use salad dressing)

1

tablespoon cider vinegar

2

teaspoons sugar

1/2

teaspoon salt

3

cups (from 16-oz bag) coleslaw mix (shredded cabbage and carrots)

1

cup shredded carrots (2 medium)

1

cup halved cherry tomatoes

• 1 In small microwavable bowl, place peas and water. Cover with microwavable plastic wrap, folding back one edge 1/4 inch to vent steam. Microwave on High 4 to 6 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes, until tender; drain. Let stand until cool.
• 2 Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix yogurt, mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar and salt.
• 3 In 1 1/2- or 2-quart glass bowl, layer coleslaw mix, carrots, tomatoes and peas. Spread mayonnaise mixture over top. Refrigerate 15 minutes. Toss gently before serving.