Description
A refreshing and colorful Parmesan Chopped Salad perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup olives (black or green), sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, shredded carrots, olives, and parsley. Toss gently to mix the vegetables evenly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top and give the salad a final toss.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken, chickpeas, or hard-boiled eggs.
- Substitute the Parmesan cheese with feta or goat cheese for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg