Ingredients

• 1 head red leaf lettuce
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 (14-ounce) jar hearts of palm, drained and sliced on a bias
• 2 (1-pound) lobsters, steamed, meat removed and coarsely chopped
• Avocado-Buttermilk Dressing, recipe follows

Directions

Avocado-Buttermilk Dressing:

• 1 medium firm-ripe avocado, peeled, seeded and cubed
• 2/3 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 3 tablespoons grated sweet onions
• 2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh dill
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne