Soy-Free Simple Lettuce and Tomato Salad
Experience the refreshing simplicity of this Soy-Free Simple Lettuce and Tomato Salad, a quick, vibrant dish perfect for any meal or occasion. Full of crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber slices, and delicate red onion, this salad is elevated with a light homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, zesty lemon juice, and a sprinkle of salt and black pepper. Fresh basil leaves add a fragrant finishing touch for a burst of flavor that ties everything together beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this soy-free, wholesome salad makes an ideal side dish or can stand alone as a light, healthy lunch. With its easy preparation and bold, natural flavors, this recipe is a go-to for anyone seeking simple, allergen-friendly meal options.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.25 small Red onion
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 5 leaves Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Begin by washing and drying the romaine lettuce thoroughly. 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 to the salad bowl with the lettuce.
Peel the cucumber, if desired, and slice it into thin rounds. Add the cucumber slices to the salad bowl.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion, then add a quarter of the slices to the salad bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the prepared salad ingredients in the large bowl.
Gently toss the salad using salad tongs or two large spoons to ensure the dressing is evenly distributed over the lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, and onion.
Chop the fresh basil leaves finely and sprinkle them over the top of the salad.
Give the salad one last gentle toss and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
537 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.7 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1367 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.3 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.4 g | ||
| Protein | 11.9 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 289 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 2060 mg | 44% | |
*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.
