Roman Salad

Crisp, refreshing, and full of Mediterranean flair, this Roman Salad is a quick and vibrant dish perfect for any occasion. Featuring crunchy romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber slices, and tangy red onion, this salad is topped with delicate shavings of Parmesan cheese for a touch of indulgence. The zesty homemade dressing, made with extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a hint of lemon juice, ties everything together with a burst of fresh flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, light lunches, or as a colorful side dish for a dinner party. Serve it fresh and let the simple, wholesome ingredients shine!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 200 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Wash the romaine lettuce thoroughly under cold water. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or use a salad spinner.

Step 2

Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Rinse the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half. Add to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Peel the cucumber, slice it lengthwise, and then chop into half-moons. Add the cucumber slices to the bowl.

Step 5

Peel and thinly slice half of a red onion, then add to the salad mixture.

Step 6

Use a vegetable peeler to shave the Parmesan cheese into thin ribbons and sprinkle over the salad.

Step 7

In a small mixing bowl or a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.

Step 8

Whisk or shake well until the dressing is emulsified and ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 10

Serve the salad immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1193.5 grams (1193.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	746

Total Fat 58.00g	74%
Saturated Fat 15.20g	76%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.60g
Cholesterol 45mg	15%
Sodium 1689mg	73%
Total Carbohydrate 41.60g	15%
Dietary Fiber 12.50g	45%
Total Sugars 16.40g
Protein 28.10g	56%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 738mg	57%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 2061mg	44%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.2%

Protein: 14.0%

Carbs: 20.8%