Description
This 5-Minute Lemon Parmesan Salad Recipe is the ultimate blend of freshness and flavor, making it an excellent choice for a light lunch or an impressive side dish at dinner gatherings. With crunchy romaine lettuce, zesty lemon, and rich Parmesan cheese, this salad comes together in just five minutes. Ideal for those busy days when you crave something nutritious yet satisfying, this salad features a simple vinaigrette that enhances its vibrant taste without overwhelming it.
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 romaine, onion, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, lemon zest, and olive oil.
- Gently toss the ingredients until evenly coated.
- Season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes as desired. Toss again before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg