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Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad

Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad for a Fresh Flavor Boost

Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad combines vibrant lemon juice and creamy parmesan over crisp romaine for a quick, healthy, and zesty dish.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 6 cups Romaine Lettuce chopped
  • 0.25 cups Thin-Sliced Red Onion
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese or Pecorino Romano
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes or to taste
For the Dressing
  • 0.25 cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 Lemons juice and zest
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Large salad bowl
  • whisk
  • spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of extra virgin olive oil, the juice and zest of two lemons, 1 tablespoon of honey, and salt and pepper to taste.
  2. In a large salad bowl, combine about 6 cups of chopped romaine lettuce, ¼ cup of thin-sliced red onion, and 1 cup of grated parmesan cheese. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes.
  3. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad base, ensuring an even coating across all ingredients.
  4. Once the salad is well-coated, serve immediately for optimum freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and dress the salad just before serving to maintain crispness.

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