Lemon Parmesan Salad

Do you love citrusy flavors on your salad? This lemon parmesan salad by CleanFoodCrush by Rachel Maser is the perfect choice. This recipe is straightforward – it’s very quick and easy to prepare. It will probably only take you a few minutes in the kitchen, and it’s ready to serve. It has an explosion of zesty, cheesy, and lemony flavors you will surely love. It’s healthy, refreshing, and delicious!

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Unlike most recipes, the salad dressing does not contain a lot of ingredients. For the dressing, you only need olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, sea salt, ground black pepper, and chili flakes. The romaine lettuce is crisp, which is perfect with the creamy avocadoes.

This recipe became viral a few months ago, and I think it lived up to the hype. It’s a simple salad, yet it’s bursting with amazing flavors. Here’s another recipe for you to try: Ina Garten’s Parmesan-Roasted Broccoli

Easy Lemon Parmesan Salad Ingredients

• romaine lettuce
• avocado
• lemon juice
• lemon zest
• parmesan
• chili flakes
• sea salt
• ground black pepper
• olive oil

How to Make Lemon Parmesan Salad

Step 1:

Start by cutting the romaine lettuce into small pieces, then transfer to a large bowl. Next, cut the avocado in half, pit, and peel. Slice into small cubes. Transfer to the same bowl.

Step 2:

Grate the zest of 1 lemon, then the juice of half a lemon.

Step 3:

Add the parmesan, then season with chili flakes, sea salt, and ground black pepper. Adjust the amount of chili flakes depending on your preference. Next, pour in some olive oil. Mix everything together using two wooden spoons. Make a taste test and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 4:

Transfer to a serving bowl. Season with more chili flakes,  ground black pepper, and parmesan cheese. Serve and enjoy!

Lemon Parmesan Salad