Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of this Butter Lettuce Salad, a refreshing dish that beautifully marries soft butter lettuce with crisp vegetables and creamy avocado. Dressed in a tangy lemon vinaigrette, this salad serves as an ideal appetizer or a delightful complement to any main course. Perfect for a casual lunch or an elegant dinner party, it showcases the natural sweetness and freshness of its ingredients while providing a healthy option packed with nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 heads butter lettuce (roughly chopped)
- 6 radishes (thinly sliced)
- 2 Persian cucumbers (sliced)
- 1 large avocado (sliced)
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese or plant-based alternative
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons golden balsamic vinegar or chicken sparkling grape juice vinegar
- 1 to 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Kosher salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, honey, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped butter lettuce, sliced radishes, cucumbers, avocado slices, grated Parmesan cheese, and fresh chives.
- Dress the Salad: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad mixture. Toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated. Serve immediately for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg