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5-Minute Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad

A quick and refreshing salad featuring crunchy Romaine, zesty lemon, and rich parmesan cheese, ready in just five minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 160
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 1 large bag pre-washed Romaine lettuce (about 6 cups), chopped For the best crunch, choose a fresh bag without any wilting.
  • ¼ cup thin-sliced red onion For a mild, sweet flavor. Soaking in water for a few minutes can reduce sharpness.
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese Opt for block parmesan that you grate yourself for superior texture and taste.
  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes Adjust according to your heat preference.
Dressing Ingredients
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil A quality oil will enhance the flavors of your dressing.
  • 2 whole lemons (juice and zest) Fresh is key! Avoid bottled lemon juice for the best taste.
  • 1 tbsp honey This balances the acidity of the lemon. Use local honey for added health benefits.
  • to taste salt and pepper Start with a pinch and adjust based on your preference.

Method
 

Make the Dressing
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined. Let the dressing sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Prep the Salad
  1. In a large bowl, combine the chopped Romaine lettuce, grated parmesan cheese, sliced red onion, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Toss It All Together
  1. Drizzle the freshly made dressing over the salad's ingredients. Gently toss the salad until all components are well covered with dressing.

Notes

For best quality, consume fresh. If storing leftovers, place in an airtight container for up to 1 day. Soggy salad can be revived with added fresh ingredients.