Layered Mexican Salad - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 bag romaine lettuce
1 1/4 cups salsa
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 yellow squash, sliced
1 cucumber, sliced
1 can sliced ripe olives, drained
3/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise
3 tablespoons plain low-fat yogurt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
4 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 green onion, chopped

Preparation

Place 1/2 the lettuce in bottom of serving dish.
Layer salsa, beans, and squash over lettuce.
Place cucumber over squash, sprinkle with olives.
Top with remaining lettuce.
Dressing: Combine mayonnaise, yogurt, garlic powder, and lemon juice.
Spread evenly on top of salad.
Sprinkle with cheese and onion.
Cover and refrigerate 2 hours before serving.