Hearts of Romaine Tomato Salad
Bright, crisp, and refreshingly simple, this Hearts of Romaine Tomato Salad is the perfect addition to any meal. Featuring the crunchy, tender leaves of romaine lettuce, juicy bursts of cherry tomatoes, and the sharp tang of thinly sliced red onion, this salad is elevated with shavings of Parmesan cheese for a touch of salty richness. Tossed together with a zesty homemade vinaigrette made from olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard, this vibrant dish strikes the perfect balance of flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's an easy-to-make, no-cook recipe that's ideal as a light lunch or as a crisp, refreshing side to your main course. Whether you're entertaining guests or crafting a simple weeknight dinner, this salad is sure to delight. Keywords: romaine lettuce salad, tomato salad, fresh side salad, homemade vinaigrette, quick salad recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 heads hearts of romaine lettuce
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 medium red onion
- 0.25 cups parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the hearts of romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop the romaine into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the romaine.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad.
Shave or grate the parmesan cheese and sprinkle it over the salad.
In a small bowl or jar, prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix until emulsified.
Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Serve immediately as a refreshing side salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
780 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 53.5 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.1 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 643 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.7 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.7 g | 113% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.5 g | ||
| Protein | 24.6 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 489 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 2249 mg | 48% | |
*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.
