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Crunchy Lemon Parmesan Green Salad

Crunchy Lemon Parmesan Green Salad

This Crunchy Lemon Parmesan Green Salad is refreshingly bright with zesty lemon and rich Parmesan, perfect for lunch or as a side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: LUNCH RECIPES
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 cups chopped lettuce a mix of your favorite greens
  • to taste teaspoons salt enhances the flavors
  • ½ tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 whole lemon juiced
  • ½ cup Parmesan finely grated; optional dairy-free
For the Croutons
  • 2 slices bread stale or day-old for crunch
  • to taste teaspoons dry oregano rosemary works well too
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for drizzling

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Salad Bowl
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and dry 3 cups of your favorite lettuce, chop into bite-sized pieces and add to a large salad bowl.
  2. Sprinkle a pinch of salt over the lettuce. Drizzle in ½ tablespoon of olive oil and the juice of a whole lemon. Toss gently.
  3. Cube two slices of stale bread and season with salt and dry oregano. Drizzle olive oil, tossing to coat evenly.
  4. Spread seasoned bread cubes on a baking sheet. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Toss baked croutons with the dressed salad and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Add extra grated Parmesan on top for an irresistible finish.

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