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Zesty Lemon Parmesan Salad

Quick & Simple Meals
This refreshing lemon parmesan salad combines crisp greens, sliced shallots, and a tangy vinaigrette with plenty of Parmesan. It’s quick to prepare, easy to customize, and pairs beautifully with almost any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

Vinaigrette Ingredients:

  • 2 lemons juiced
  • 1 lemon zested
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 tsp coarse kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black ground pepper
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional

Salad Ingredients:

  • 2 romaine hearts chopped
  • 3 cups iceberg lettuce chopped
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated or shredded (divided)
  • 2 shallots sliced
  • 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, whisk together all vinaigrette ingredients until smooth.
  • Wash, dry, and chop romaine and iceberg lettuce.
  • Add to a large salad bowl.
  • Add most of the Parmesan and the shallots to the bowl.
  • Toss with dressing until fully coated.
  • Top with remaining Parmesan and cracked black pepper. Serve immediately.
  • See full steps with tips & photos → https://mischacrossing.com/zesty-lemon-parmesan-salad/

Notes

Lettuce Tip: Use a salad spinner to ensure your lettuce is bone dry—this helps the dressing cling to the leaves better.
Add Crunch: Toss in croutons, toasted pine nuts, or sliced almonds for added texture.
Protein Boost: Turn this into a main by topping with grilled chicken, salmon, or chickpeas.