Ingredients

1/3 cup red wine vinegar1/4 cup olive oil3 tablespoons water1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper8 cups torn romaine1 medium red apple, thinly sliced1 small sweet onion, sliced and separated into rings1/4 cup sunflower kernels or walnuts

Preparation

In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first nine ingredients; shake well. In a salad bowl, combine the romaine, apple, onion and sunflower kernel. Add dressing and toss to coat. Let stand for 30 minutes.