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5-Minute Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad - Easy & Fresh

5-Minute Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad – Easy & Fresh

  • Author: basmer
  • Total Time: 5
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

This fresh and vibrant 5-minute lemon parmesan lettuce salad combines crisp romaine lettuce with a bright lemon dressing and nutty Parmesan cheese. Perfect as a quick side dish or light lunch, this easy lettuce salad requires no cooking and comes together in minutes using simple ingredients you likely have on hand.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups fresh romaine lettuce, chopped (or mixed greens)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for serving)
  • 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced finely
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional, for balance)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the lettuce: Wash and thoroughly dry romaine lettuce using a salad spinner. Chop into bite-sized pieces and place in a large serving bowl.
  2. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking to emulsify.
  3. Dress the salad: Pour the lemon dressing over the lettuce and toss gently to coat all leaves evenly.
  4. Add toppings: Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese and toasted pine nuts over the salad.
  5. Serve immediately: Give one final gentle toss and serve right away for the crispest texture.

Notes

Storage Tips: This salad is best served immediately. Store components separately – lettuce keeps for 3 days, dressing for 1 week in the refrigerator.

Substitutions: Use nutritional yeast for dairy-free, baby spinach or arugula for different greens, almonds or sunflower seeds instead of pine nuts.

Make-Ahead: Prepare dressing and wash lettuce up to 3 days ahead. Assemble just before serving.

  • Prep Time: 5
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 145
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 380
  • Fat: 13
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 4
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 6
  • Cholesterol: 8

Keywords: 5-minute lemon parmesan lettuce salad, easy lettuce salad, quick side dish, healthy lunch, simple salad recipe, lemon parmesan salad, no cook salad, fresh salad, vegetarian salad, gluten-free salad

Find it online: https://www.recipesmolly.com/5-minute-lemon-parmesan-lettuce-salad/