Description
Lemon Parmesan Salad is a crisp and refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This quick and easy salad combines the bright flavors of fresh lemons with rich, savory parmesan cheese, making it an ideal accompaniment to grilled meats, pasta, or as a light meal on its own. Perfect for picnics and barbecues, it’s not only vibrant but also packed with nutritious ingredients. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up this delightful salad that will elevate any dining experience while impressing your guests with its delicious taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lemons (juiced and zested)
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon coarse kosher salt
- 3 cups iceberg lettuce (chopped)
- 2 romaine hearts (chopped)
- 1 cup parmesan cheese (grated or shredded)
- 2 shallots (sliced)
- Cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
- Wash and dry the romaine and iceberg lettuce thoroughly before chopping the greens into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped greens with sliced shallots and grated parmesan cheese (reserve some parmesan for topping).
- Gently toss all ingredients with the dressing until evenly coated.
- Top with reserved parmesan cheese and cracked black pepper before serving immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg