Nut-Free Classic Lettuce Salad with Homemade Vinaigrette
Elevate your salad game with this Nut-Free Classic Lettuce Salad featuring a vibrant homemade vinaigrette! Packed with fresh, crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and a hint of sharpness from red onions, this simple yet satisfying recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. The star of the dish is the zesty vinaigrette, crafted with extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey for a delightful balance of tangy and sweet flavors. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this healthy nut-free salad is ideal for anyone seeking a light and refreshing side dish or lunch option. Serve your salad freshly tossed for maximum flavor and enjoy a classic recipe with universal appeal. Perfect for family meals, meal prep, or entertaining guests!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.25 medium Red onion
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the head of romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the lettuce.
Peel the cucumber if desired, slice it thinly, and add the slices to the salad bowl.
Slice the red onion quarter thinly and separate the slices, tossing them into the salad bowl.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey.
Whisk the dressing ingredients together until well emulsified.
Season the vinaigrette with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste if necessary.
Drizzle the homemade vinaigrette over the prepared salad right before serving.
Gently toss the salad to ensure even distribution of the dressing, then serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
678 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.5 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1478 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.5 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.1 g | ||
| Protein | 11.2 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 278 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1891 mg | 40% | |
*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.
