Description
This quick and easy Lemon Parmesan Lettuce Salad is bursting with fresh, zesty flavor from lemon juice, crisp romaine lettuce, and nutty Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 5 minutes, this healthy side dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, barbecues, or a light lunch. Keywords: lemon parmesan salad, 5-minute salad, lettuce side dish, easy salad recipe.
Ingredients
1 head Romaine lettuce, chopped
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Optional: crushed garlic or Dijon mustard for added depth
Instructions
Wash and chop the romaine lettuce, then dry thoroughly.
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper (add garlic or mustard if using).
In a large bowl, toss lettuce with the dressing until evenly coated.
Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top.
Serve immediately for best freshness and crunch.
Notes
For extra crunch, add croutons or toasted nuts.
Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
Can substitute romaine with little gem or butter lettuce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 190mg