Cheddar Almond Lettuce Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and satisfying Cheddar Almond Lettuce Salad, a perfect fusion of crisp textures and bold flavors! This delicious recipe features crunchy romaine lettuce, nutty toasted almonds, and creamy shredded cheddar cheese, all brought together with a zesty homemade vinaigrette made from extra-virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, and Dijon mustard. Thinly sliced green onions add a subtle bite, while the wholesome toasted almonds infuse the dish with irresistible warmth. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad is an effortless yet elegant option for a light lunch, a standout side dish, or a refreshing addition to any dinner spread. Perfect for those seeking quick, healthy, and flavor-packed recipes, this Cheddar Almond Lettuce Salad will undoubtedly become a new family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Sliced almonds
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 stalks Green onions
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the romaine lettuce. Chop or tear it into bite-sized pieces, and set aside in a large salad bowl.
Grate the cheddar cheese and set it aside in a small bowl.
Toast the sliced almonds: Heat a dry skillet over medium heat, add the almonds, and stir frequently for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and aromatic. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
Slice the green onions thinly and add them to the salad bowl with the lettuce.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until emulsified to create the dressing.
Add the grated cheddar cheese and toasted almonds to the bowl with the lettuce and green onions.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Cheddar Almond Lettuce Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1738 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 143.5 g | 184% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.1 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 94 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 2414 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.2 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.8 g | 96% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.8 g | ||
| Protein | 59.6 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1122 mg | 86% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 2652 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
