Description
This Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad is a quick, 5-minute recipe packed with fresh romaine, zesty lemon, savory parmesan, and a hint of spice. Perfect as a light lunch or flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large bag pre-washed romaine lettuce (about 6 cups), chopped
- ¼ cup thin-sliced red onion
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- Juice and zest of two lemons
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large salad bowl, add chopped romaine lettuce, parmesan cheese, red onion, and red pepper flakes.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad.
- Toss well until everything is evenly coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use freshly grated parmesan for the best flavor and texture.
Adjust red pepper flakes based on your spice preference.
For extra protein, add grilled chicken or chickpeas.
Toss just before serving to keep lettuce crisp.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 271 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 22 mg