Description
Refresh your meal routine with this vibrant 5-Minute Lemon Parmesan Salad Recipe! This quick and easy salad marries the crispness of fresh romaine lettuce with the sharp flavor of finely grated Parmesan cheese, all brightened by invigorating lemon zest and juice. Perfect as a light lunch or an elegant side for dinner parties, this salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a wholesome addition to any dining experience. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 romaine hearts (washed, dried, and chopped)
- 1/2 onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Crushed red pepper flakes (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped romaine, sliced onion, grated Parmesan, lemon juice, lemon zest, and olive oil.
- Toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Season to taste with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Adjust the lemon juice for more tang if preferred.
- Serve immediately on plates or in a serving dish.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: California
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg