Lettuce-Infused Summer Salad Recipe: A Refreshing Mixed Greens Delight
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2-4
## Ingredients:
– 1 medium head of Romaine lettuce
– 2 medium tomatoes
– 1/2 cucumber
– 1/4 red onion
– 1 medium avocado
– 1/4 cup of chopped fresh parsley
– 1/4 cup of olive oil
– 3 tablespoons of lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional additions: grilled chicken, quinoa, feta cheese, or any other favorite salad toppings
## Directions:
1. First, prepare your pickle-infused lettuce. Thinly slice the head of Romaine lettuce using a sharp knife. Place the slices in a large bowl or salad spinner and set aside in the refrigerator to cool. This helps to preserve the lettuce’s crispness and flavor.
2. Next, prepare your other ingredients. Wash and dry the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and fresh parsley, then dice or slice them into bite-sized pieces. Set aside in a separate container.
3. Now, onto the dressing. In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined. Adjust the seasonings to your liking.
4. Combine the lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, avocado, and fresh parsley in a large salad bowl. Toss gently to mix all the ingredients.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix until all the ingredients are well coated.
6. Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
7. Optional: Top with grilled chicken, quinoa, feta cheese, or any other favorite salad toppings to make your salad more filling!
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your Refreshing Lettuce-Infused Summer Salad Recipe.
