Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad
A quick and healthy salad combining fresh romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and a zesty lemon-parmesan dressing, perfect for lunch or as a side dish.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped Use fresh romaine for best flavor.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese Use freshly grated for best taste.
Dressing Ingredients
- 1 large lemon, juiced Adjust according to taste.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste salt and pepper Season to your liking.
Optional Topping
- to taste croutons For added crunch.
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and chop the romaine lettuce. Place it in a large bowl.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the lettuce.
- In a small bowl, mix together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Assembly
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients.
- Sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese on top.
- Toss everything gently to ensure the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately. If you like, add croutons for extra texture and crunch.
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Notes
For best freshness, prepare dressing separately until ready to serve. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container, but are best eaten within a day. You can also add additional vegetables or grains for variation.