Classic Lettuce Salad with Homemade Vinaigrette
Crisp, refreshing, and effortlessly elegant, this Classic Lettuce Salad with Homemade Vinaigrette is the perfect companion to any meal or a standout dish on its own. Featuring fresh romaine lettuce, vibrant cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and sweet red onion, this salad delivers a medley of textures and flavors with every bite. The star of the show is the silky homemade vinaigrette, made with tangy red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, a touch of honey, and extra-virgin olive oil for a burst of gourmet flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy salad recipe is topped with a sprinkling of fresh parsley for a bright, herbaceous finish. Whether you’re preparing a quick lunch or a side dish for your dinner table, this wholesome, gluten-free salad is sure to please the palate and elevate your dining experience.
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Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 200 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 60 ml Olive oil
- 30 ml Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Wash the romaine lettuce thoroughly under cold running water. Pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel or use a salad spinner to remove excess water. Tear the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Step 2
Rinse the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half. Add them to a large salad bowl.
Step 3
Peel the cucumber, slice it in half lengthwise, then slice it into half-moons. Add the slices to the salad bowl.
Step 4
Cut the red onion into thin slices. Separate the rings and add them to the bowl with the lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.
Step 5
In a small mixing bowl, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper.
Step 6
Whisk the ingredients together vigorously until the dressing is well emulsified and the mustard is fully incorporated.
Step 7
Pour the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine, ensuring the salad is evenly coated with dressing.
Step 8
Chop the fresh parsley finely and sprinkle it over the salad before serving.
Step 9
Serve immediately for optimal freshness and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1175.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 735.1 |
| Total Fat 59.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1488.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 45.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.8g | |
| Protein 12.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 303.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2123.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories