Butter Lettuce and Herb Salad
Light, refreshing, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Butter Lettuce and Herb Salad is the perfect side dish for any meal. Featuring tender butter lettuce, a medley of fragrant herbs like parsley, dill, and chives, and a tangy homemade vinaigrette made with extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey, this salad is a showcase of simplicity and elegance. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s an effortless way to add a crisp and vibrant touch to your table. Ideal for pairing with grilled proteins or as a standalone lunchtime favorite, this herbaceous salad delights with its balance of textures and bright flavors. Perfect for those seeking quick, healthy, and delicious recipes!
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Ingredients
- 1 head Butter lettuce
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley leaves
- 0.25 cup Fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
1. Wash and dry the butter lettuce. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
2. Chop the parsley leaves, dill, and chives finely. Add them to the salad bowl with the butter lettuce.
Step 3
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the vinaigrette.
Step 4
4. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring the lettuce and herbs are evenly coated.
Step 5
5. Serve immediately as a crisp and aromatic side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (326.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 449.6 |
| Total Fat 42.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1360.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 16.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.2g | |
| Protein 6.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 302.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1191.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories