Description
Fresh and light Parmesan Chopped Salad made with crisp romaine lettuce, lemon, olive oil, and finely grated parmesan. Ideal for a light lunch or simple side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 to 2 hearts romaine lettuce, chopped
- 2 shallots, thinly sliced
- Zest of 2 lemons
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red chili pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Chop the romaine lettuce and wash thoroughly, then dry completely.
- Add lettuce, shallots, parmesan cheese, and lemon zest to a large bowl.
- Combine lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and chili flakes in a jar and shake well.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine before serving.
Notes
- Dry the lettuce completely to avoid watering down the dressing.
- Use freshly grated parmesan for best flavor.
- Serve immediately after tossing for optimal texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg