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Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad

Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad: A Quick Zesty Escape

This Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad is a refreshing and zesty dish that combines vibrant greens with tangy lemon and creamy parmesan.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 head Romaine Lettuce pre-washed
  • 1/4 medium Thin-Sliced Red Onion
  • 1/3 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast for a vegan option
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 zest Lemon
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 pinch Crushed Red Pepper Flakes optional, adjust to taste
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • large salad bowl
  • Whisk
  • salad tongs

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and add to a large salad bowl. Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl.
  3. Grate the parmesan cheese and sprinkle over the salad. Add crushed red pepper flakes if desired and mix gently.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently until well coated.
  5. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parmesan or red pepper flakes if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the freshest experience, prepare the salad right before serving. Store dressing separately to maintain crispness.

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