Lemon Tossed Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Brighten up your mealtime with this Lemon Tossed Salad, a refreshing and zesty combination of crisp romaine lettuce, peppery arugula, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy cucumber. Enhanced with the tangy goodness of fresh lemon juice and zest, the homemade lemon vinaigrette brings a delightful balance of citrus and sweetness, thanks to a touch of honey. Finished with thinly sliced red onions and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this salad is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfectly suited as a light side dish or a vibrant appetizer, this 15-minute no-cook recipe is a must-try for salads bursting with fresh flavors. Healthy, quick, and irresistibly flavorful, it's the ultimate go-to for a zesty twist on classic greens!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 2 cups Arugula
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 small Red onion
• 0.25 cup Parsley (fresh)
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly cracked)

📝 Instructions

6 steps

1. Wash and dry the romaine lettuce and arugula. Chop or tear the romaine into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl along with the arugula.

2. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and halve the cherry tomatoes. Add them to the salad bowl.

3. Thinly slice the red onion and add to the bowl along with the finely chopped fresh parsley.

4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, minced garlic, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper to create the dressing.

5. Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss thoroughly to combine.

6. Divide the salad into individual plates or bowls and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (348.4g)

Calories		156
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		10.8 g	14%
	Saturated Fat	1.4 g	7%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		176 mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate		14.3 g	5%
	Dietary Fiber	3.8 g	14%
	Total Sugars	6.6 g
Protein		3.8 g	8%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		106 mg	8%
Iron		2.1 mg	12%
Potassium		671 mg	14%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 385 cal (56.9%%)

Protein: 62 cal (9.2%%)

Carbs: 229 cal (33.9%%)