Simple Lettuce and Tomato Salad
Brighten up your table with this **Simple Lettuce and Tomato Salad**, a quick and healthy recipe perfect for busy weeknights or as a refreshing side dish. This easy-to-make salad combines crisp **Romaine lettuce**, juicy **cherry tomatoes**, cool and crunchy **cucumbers**, and a touch of zesty **red onion** for a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Tossed in a light, tangy homemade dressing made with **extra virgin olive oil** and **fresh lemon juice**, it’s seasoned simply with **salt**, **black pepper**, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant finish. Ready in just 15 minutes and bursting with freshness, this salad is a go-to option for a nutritious meal or a crowd-pleasing starter. Perfect for pairing with grilled proteins or serving alongside your favorite entree!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 small Red onion
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash the romaine lettuce thoroughly under cold running water. Pat dry with paper towels or use a salad spinner to remove excess water.
Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
Rinse the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half. Add them to the bowl with the lettuce.
Peel the cucumber, slice it into thin rounds, and add to the salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad mixture for a touch of zing.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly with the dressing.
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad for a fragrant finish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, homemade lettuce and tomato salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
567 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.0 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1377 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.1 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.0 g | ||
| Protein | 13.1 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 312 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2346 mg | 50% | |
*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.
