- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar or 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves, pressed
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 8 cups bite-size pieces romaine lettuce
- 1 small fennel bulb, trimmed, sliced
- 1 small red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Combine first 3 ingredients in small bowl. Gradually whisk in olive oil. Set dressing aside. Combine remaining ingredients in large bowl. Add enough dressing to season to taste. Season generously with pepper sand serve.