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5-Minute Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad

5-Minute Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad with Zesty Creamy Dressing

This 5-Minute Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad offers a refreshing and zesty flavor that brightens any meal, featuring crisp Romaine, red onion, and a creamy dressing.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Best Recipe Ideas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Romaine Lettuce Chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 0.5 medium Red Onion Sliced thinly
  • 0.5 cups Parmesan Cheese Grated
For the Dressing
  • 0.25 cups Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 medium Lemon Juice & Zest From fresh lemons
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Can substitute with maple syrup for vegan option
  • 0.25 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • salad bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, the juice and zest of one lemon, honey, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk for about 30 seconds until well combined.
  2. Chop the Romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl. Slice the red onion thinly and add to the bowl.
  3. Grate Parmesan cheese and sprinkle it over the salad. Add crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Toss lightly.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly for about 30 seconds until coated.
  5. Serve immediately in individual bowls or platters to keep lettuce crisp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize with various greens or cheeses and add proteins like grilled chicken or chickpeas if desired.

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