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Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad

Zesty Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad That's Perfect for Any Meal

This Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad combines zesty brightness and creamy parmesan, ready in just 5 minutes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups chopped Romaine lettuce can be substituted with Red Leaf, Frisee, or arugula
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese or Pecorino Romano, or nutritional yeast for vegan
  • 1/4 cup thin-sliced red onion optional for a milder taste
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil avocado oil can be used as substitute
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice fresh lemons recommended
  • 1 unit zest from 1 lemon adds bright acidity
  • 1 tablespoon honey optional for a lower sugar option
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
Optional Toppings
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional for spice
  • 1/4 cup nuts or seeds like sunflower seeds or toasted walnuts
  • cheese alternatives like crumbled feta or goat cheese

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Salad Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad
  1. Prepare the dressing by whisking together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  2. Assemble the salad ingredients in a large salad bowl by adding the chopped Romaine lettuce, grated parmesan cheese, thin-sliced red onion, and crushed red pepper flakes.
  3. Toss the salad with the prepared dressing until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness of the salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve fresh for best experience, and adjust the seasoning to your taste before serving.

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