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Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad

Zesty Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad That's Ready in 5 Minutes

A vibrant Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad bursting with flavor and ready in just 5 minutes.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 salads
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 271

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Romaine Lettuce Fresh and crisp; can substitute arugula.
  • ½ cup Red Onion Thin-sliced; optional.
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Grated; can substitute Pecorino Romano.
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 2 lemons Lemon Juice and Zest Use fresh lemons.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Can replace with agave nectar or omit.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to taste.
For a Kick
  • to taste Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to taste.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • salad tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of extra virgin olive oil, the juice and zest of two fresh lemons, 1 tablespoon of honey, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk until well combined.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add 4 cups of chopped Romaine lettuce, then incorporate ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese, ¼ cup of thinly sliced red onion, and sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes. Toss gently until well mixed.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently for about 30 seconds to ensure everything is coated.
  4. Transfer the salad to serving plates and garnish with extra Parmesan and crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1saladCalories: 271kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 10gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Pat Romaine lettuce dry and refrigerate before mixing for maximum crispness. Taste the dressing before adding more salt as Parmesan is already salty.

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