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Parmesan Chopped Salad

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This Parmesan Chopped Salad is a fresh, crunchy, and flavorful dish loaded with crisp lettuce, nutty Parmesan, and a zesty homemade dressing. Perfect as a light lunch, a side dish, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this salad is simple yet packed with delicious textures and flavors!

Ingredients

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For the Salad:

  • 1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup radicchio, chopped (or red cabbage)
  • ½ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ¼ cup toasted pine nuts (or slivered almonds)
  • ½ small red onion, thinly sliced

For the Dressing:

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp honey (or maple syrup)
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper


Instructions

Step 1: Make the Dressing

  1. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 2: Assemble the Salad

  1. In a large bowl, combine romaine lettuce, radicchio, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and pine nuts.
  2. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.

Step 3: Add the Parmesan & Serve

  1. Sprinkle shaved Parmesan on top.
  2. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • Add Protein: Top with grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas for a heartier meal.
  • Make It Creamier: Add 1 tbsp Greek yogurt to the dressing.
  • Extra Crunch: Toss in croutons or crispy prosciutto for more texture.
  • Storage: Store undressed salad in an airtight container for up to 2 days.