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Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad

Zesty Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad for a Fresh Crunch

Enjoy a refreshing Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad with vibrant greens, creamy Parmesan, and a zingy lemon dressing, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Romaine Lettuce Chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 0.5 small Red Onion Thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated
  • to taste Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust for spice preference
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can swap for avocado oil
  • 1 each Lemon Juice and Zest Fresh lemons are best
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup works as vegan substitute
  • to taste Salt Use sparingly due to Parmesan
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Salad Bowl
  • whisk
  • salad tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice and zest, honey, and salt and pepper. Whisk until emulsified and set aside.
  2. In a large salad bowl, chop Romaine lettuce and add. Thinly slice red onion and combine with lettuce. Add grated Parmesan and crushed red pepper flakes.
  3. Drizzle lemon dressing over the salad ingredients and ensure even distribution.
  4. Gently toss all ingredients together for about 30 seconds until coated.
  5. Transfer salad to a serving platter or bowls and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 6gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For extra crispy leaves, dry Romaine thoroughly and chill before serving. Adjust salt in the dressing after tossing.

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