Description
Butter Lettuce Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that elevates any meal with its blend of fresh ingredients. Featuring tender butter lettuce, crisp cucumbers, and creamy avocados, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough for any occasion—from casual lunches to sophisticated dinners. The light lemon vinaigrette adds a zesty touch, making it an ideal side or a light main course. With its delightful combination of flavors and textures, this Butter Lettuce Salad is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 heads butter lettuce
- 6 radishes
- 2 Persian cucumbers
- 1 large avocado
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons golden balsamic vinegar
- 1 to 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Kosher salt and black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the dressing ingredients: olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, honey, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter lettuce (roughly chopped), sliced radishes, cucumber slices, avocado slices, Parmesan cheese, and chopped chives.
- Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until all ingredients are well coated.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg