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Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad

Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad: A Refreshing Twist on Greens

This Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad is a crisp and vibrant blend of fresh greens and zesty lemon, perfect as a side or light lunch.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 4 cups Romaine Lettuce Torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cups Red Leaf Lettuce Torn into bite-sized pieces
For the Dressing
  • 1 large Lemons Juiced and zested
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground
For Added Flavor
  • 1 medium Shallots Thinly sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Finely grated

Equipment

  • salad spinner
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by tearing the Romaine and red leaf lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Rinse them under cold water and spin dry.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the Romaine, red leaf lettuce, thinly sliced shallots, and the lemon zest. Toss gently.
  3. Drizzle olive oil and the lemon juice over the salad. Season with salt and pepper, and toss for about 30 seconds.
  4. Grate fresh Parmesan over the salad and add crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Toss gently once more and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best texture. For freshness, prepare ingredients in advance but dress just before serving.

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