Ingredients
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- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (any color)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash and dry all vegetables. Chop the romaine lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and bell pepper into bite-sized pieces. Finely chop the parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Taste the vinaigrette and adjust seasoning if needed.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and bell pepper.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Chop ingredients evenly for the best texture in every bite.
- Adjust vinegar and mustard levels to suit your taste preference.
- Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas to turn this into a complete meal.
- Serve immediately to maintain crispness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: 30 Minutes Meals
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian