Ingredients
– 1 head of fresh lettuce (Romaine, Iceberg, or your choice)
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cucumber, sliced
– 1 bell pepper (red, yellow, or green), diced
– ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
– ½ cup shredded carrots
– ½ cup crumbled feta cheese or shredded cheese of choice (optional)
– ¼ cup olives (black or green), pitted and sliced (optional)
– ½ cup salad dressing of choice (vinaigrette, ranch, etc.)
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating a Lettuce Salad is quite simple and can be a fun way to express your creativity in the kitchen. Follow these easy steps to prepare your salad:
1. Wash the Lettuce: Thoroughly rinse the lettuce under cold water to remove any dirt. Pat dry with a kitchen towel or use a salad spinner.
2. Chop the Lettuce: Tear or chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
3. Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber and bell pepper, and thinly slice the red onion.
4. Add Color: Add the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion to the bowl with the lettuce.
5. Incorporate Extras: If using, add shredded carrots, feta cheese, and olives to the mix.
6. Season: Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Dress the Salad: Drizzle your favorite dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients without bruising the lettuce.
8. Taste and Adjust: Taste a small portion; adjust seasonings or dressing if necessary.
9. Serve Immediately: Serve the salad immediately for the freshest taste.
These straightforward steps will help you create a lively and delicious lettuce salad that bursts with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 5g