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Classic Lettuce Salad

Deliciously Simple Classic Lettuce Salad Recipe in Just 15 Minutes

This Classic Lettuce Salad is a vibrant, easy-to-make dish perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head romaine lettuce washed and chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 whole cucumber sliced
  • 1/2 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil for dressing
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar for dressing
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard for dressing
  • 1 clove garlic minced for dressing
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • salad bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

  1. Wash and chop the romaine lettuce.
  2. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
  3. Slice the cucumber.
  4. Thinly slice the red onion.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Combine the lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, and onion in a large salad bowl.
  7. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 14g

Notes

Feel free to customize with avocado, nuts, or cheese for added flavor and texture.

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