Description
5-Minute Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad is a quick and refreshing side dish made with crisp romaine lettuce, fresh lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. It’s light, zesty, and complements almost any meal.
Ingredients
- 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped or torn
- 1/3 cup shaved or grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop or tear into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, toss the lettuce with lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add Parmesan and toss again until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle with lemon zest just before serving, if desired.
Notes
- Add croutons, toasted pine nuts, or grilled chicken for variation.
- Keep dressing separate if prepping ahead to avoid wilting.
- Use butter lettuce, iceberg, or mixed greens as alternatives to romaine.
- Try pecorino or Asiago in place of Parmesan for a twist.
- For a vegan version, use nutritional yeast or a vegan cheese alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
