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Zesty Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad in Just 5 Minutes

A quick, gluten-free Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad marrying zesty lemon and creamy Parmesan for a refreshing side dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Romaine Lettuce chopped
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Lemon juice and zest
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Extra Flavor
  • to taste Crushed Red Pepper Flakes optional

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Large salad bowl
  • salad tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Zesty Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice and zest, honey, and a pinch of salt and pepper until emulsified.
  2. In a large salad bowl, add chopped romaine lettuce, red onion, Parmesan cheese, and crushed red pepper flakes. Toss gently to combine.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
  4. Transfer to plates and serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure lettuce is dried after washing and dress the salad just before serving for maximum freshness.