Hearts of Romaine Tomato Salad
Bright, crisp, and refreshingly simple, this Hearts of Romaine Tomato Salad is the perfect addition to any meal. Featuring the crunchy, tender leaves of romaine lettuce, juicy bursts of cherry tomatoes, and the sharp tang of thinly sliced red onion, this salad is elevated with shavings of Parmesan cheese for a touch of salty richness. Tossed together with a zesty homemade vinaigrette made from olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard, this vibrant dish strikes the perfect balance of flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's an easy-to-make, no-cook recipe that's ideal as a light lunch or as a crisp, refreshing side to your main course. Whether you're entertaining guests or crafting a simple weeknight dinner, this salad is sure to delight. Keywords: romaine lettuce salad, tomato salad, fresh side salad, homemade vinaigrette, quick salad recipe.
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Ingredients
- 2 heads hearts of romaine lettuce
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 medium red onion
- 0.25 cups parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the hearts of romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop the romaine into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large bowl.
Step 2
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the romaine.
Step 3
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad.
Step 4
Shave or grate the parmesan cheese and sprinkle it over the salad.
Step 5
In a small bowl or jar, prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix until emulsified.
Step 6
Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Step 7
Serve immediately as a refreshing side salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1558.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 779.5 |
| Total Fat 53.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 22.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 643.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 62.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 31.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 30.5g | |
| Protein 24.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 488.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2248.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories