Lettuce Salad with Italian Dressing
Lettuce Salad with Italian Dressing is a refreshing medley of crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, and cool cucumbers, all tossed in a zesty Italian dressing. This vibrant salad is not only easy to prepare but also bursting with flavor and color, making it the perfect accompaniment for barbecues, weeknight dinners, or as a light meal on its own. With its delightful crunch and tangy dressing, this salad will elevate any occasion and leave your taste buds wanting more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Rinse romaine lettuce under cool water and pat dry. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped lettuce with cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion.
- Drizzle Italian dressing over the mixture; toss gently to coat.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top just before serving.
- Serve immediately or chill for 10 minutes to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 6mg