Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of Parmesan Chopped Salad, a delightful medley of fresh vegetables and savory Parmesan cheese. This colorful salad is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re enjoying a light lunch, serving it as a refreshing side dish, or using it as a hearty base for your favorite protein. With its crispy romaine, juicy tomatoes, and tangy vinaigrette, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Enjoy a nutritious and satisfying dish that brings excitement to your meals!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- ½ cup chopped red onion
- ½ cup chopped bell pepper (any color)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and dry all vegetables. Chop romaine, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces.
- Finely chop the parsley.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- In a large bowl, mix the chopped vegetables with parsley and Parmesan cheese.
- Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg