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5-Minute Lemon Parmesan Salad Recipe

5-Minute Lemon Parmesan Salad Recipe

This 5-Minute Lemon Parmesan Salad is crisp, tangy, and incredibly satisfying, perfect for a quick lunch or a fresh side dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 163 kcal

Equipment

  • bowl

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients

  • 3 hearts romaine lettuce washed, dried, and chopped
  • ½ onion onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese finely grated
  • 1 whole lemon juice and zest
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • crushed red pepper flakes to taste

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Combine romaine, onion, parmesan, lemon juice, lemon zest, and olive oil in a bowl.
  • Toss to combine evenly.
  • Taste and add salt, pepper, and/or crushed red pepper flakes, if needed. Toss again and serve!

Notes

Use freshly grated parmesan for better texture and flavor. Refrigerate the romaine for 15-20 minutes for extra crunch. Adjust the seasoning as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 163kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 297mgPotassium: 184mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5066IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 168mgIron: 1mg
Keyword 5-Minute, easy, lemon, Parmesan, Quick, salad
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