Best 6 Butter Lettuce And Herb Salad Recipes

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Are you searching for an easy and flavorful salad recipe to impress your family and friends? Look no further! This article will guide you through the steps of creating a delightful butter lettuce and herb salad. With its combination of tender butter lettuce, aromatic herbs, and a light vinaigrette dressing, this salad is a perfect balance of flavors and textures. You'll discover the secret to selecting the freshest ingredients, choosing the right herbs to complement the dish, and preparing a zesty dressing that will elevate your salad to the next level. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this guide will provide you with all the tips and tricks you need to create an unforgettable butter lettuce and herb salad that will become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BUTTER-LETTUCE SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK AND HERBS



Butter-Lettuce Salad with Buttermilk and Herbs image

Feeling a bit stuffed after the big holiday meal? Pass around a tangy and refreshing salad like this one; it will reset appetites and get everyone excited for dessert.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk
1 tablespoon crème fraîche or sour cream
Finely grated zest of 1 lemon (1 teaspoon), plus 3 tablespoons fresh juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 heads butter lettuce, such as Boston or Bibb, outer leaves separated, hearts left whole
1 fennel bulb, halved lengthwise, cored, and very thinly sliced crosswise (1 cup), plus 2 tablespoons finely chopped fronds
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley leaves
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh marjoram or oregano

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, crème fraîche, and lemon juice; generously season with salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in oil. Gently toss lettuce leaves and hearts and sliced fennel with dressing, then add half each of fennel fronds, parsley, and marjoram and toss again.
  • Arrange salad on a platter; sprinkle with lemon zest and remaining fennel fronds and herbs. Season to taste. Serve immediately.

BUTTER LETTUCE AND HERB SALAD



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This salad can be made in advance to save time by assembling the greens and making the vinaigrette. Refrigerate them separately for up to several hours and combine just before serving. Adapted from a website that specializes in making life simpler.

Provided by lauralie41

Categories     Vegan

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large fennel bulb, halved, cored, and very thinly sliced
3 heads butter lettuce or 3 heads boston lettuce, torn into pieces
1/4 cup fresh tarragon leaves, torn into pieces
4 scallions, white and green parts, chopped
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
7 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
pecorino romano cheese, shaved (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl add the fennel, lettuce, tarragon and scallion. Set aside.
  • Add lemon juice, mustard, salt, and pepper to a small bowl and whisk together.
  • While whisking constantly, slowly add the oil. When well combined pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat. Top with the Pecorino if desired and serve immediately.

BUTTER LETTUCE AND RADISH SALAD WITH FRESH SPRING HERBS



Butter Lettuce and Radish Salad with Fresh Spring Herbs image

Categories     Salad     Leafy Green     Herb     Vegetable     Appetizer     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Avocado     Radish     Spring     Shower     Healthy     Lettuce     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon Champagne vinegar
1 tablespoon minced shallot
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 small heads of butter lettuce, outer leaves removed
4 thinly sliced radishes
1 avocado, peeled, pitted, sliced 1/2 inch thick
1/2 cup assorted whole fresh herb leaves (such as tarragon, chervil, parsley, and cilantro)

Steps:

  • Whisk oil, vinegar, shallot, and mustard in medium bowl to blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Cut cores from heads of lettuce, keeping heads intact; rinse and dry. Arrange 1 head of lettuce on each of 2 plates, forming rose shape. Tuck radish and avocado slices between lettuce leaves. Scatter fresh herb leaves over lettuce on each plate. Drizzle salad with dressing and serve.

BUTTER LETTUCE AND RADISH SALAD WITH LEMON-GARLIC VINAIGRETTE



Butter Lettuce and Radish Salad with Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette image

Provided by Suzanne Tracht

Categories     Salad     Cheese     Leafy Green     Herb     Vegetable     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Parmesan     Radish     Lettuce

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sherry vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 clove garlic, smashed and peeled
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup canola oil
Table salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 heads butter lettuce, outer leaves discarded, leaves torn
12 radishes, trimmed and thinly sliced
1/4 cup mixed fresh herbs, such as parsley, tarragon, chervil, basil, and chives, minced
1 (3-ounce) piece Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In 1-cup liquid measuring cup, whisk together lemon juice, vinegar, sugar, and 2 tablespoons water. Using mortar and pestle or food processor, grind or crush garlic, lemon zest, and kosher salt into fine paste. Whisk paste into lemon juice mixture. Gradually whisk in oil. Whisk in table salt and pepper to taste.
  • In large bowl, toss together lettuce, radishes, minced herbs, and dressing. Divide mixture among 6 salad plates. Using vegetable peeler, shave curls of Parmesan atop each salad and serve.

SOFT HERB SALAD



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In addition to how nice it looks, the beauty of this herb salad is that it can be as sweet or as pungent as you like, served in a big heap as a fresh first course, or a small pile as a refreshing side dish, or as a palate cleanser with a cheese course. It is especially energizing when served alongside heavy winter feasts:The leaf-green herbs, pink peppercorns and buttery golden almonds perk up the browns of roasts and braises. Picking the herbs and cleaning them is a finicky task, but can be done a day or two before.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     salads and dressings, appetizer, side dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings (can be doubled)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups cilantro leaves
1 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves
1 cup small dill sprigs
1 cup basil or mint leaves
1 cup arugula leaves
2 cups purslane, mâche or hearts of Boston lettuce leaves
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup sliced almonds
Salt and coarsely ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon red chile flakes or 1/2 teaspoon crushed pink peppercorns (optional)
3 tablespoons lemon juice, more to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil, more to taste

Steps:

  • Up to a day before serving, wash the herbs and greens: Fill a large bowl or clean sink with plenty of cold water. Immerse the leaves, swish around to loosen any dirt, then gently lift out. Dry in a salad spinner or by spreading them on clean kitchen towels. (If working ahead, refrigerate the dry leaves in sealed plastic bags or containers. Add a paper towel to each bag to absorb excess water.)
  • Melt butter in a frying pan until it sizzles. Add almonds. Sauté over low heat, until the almonds are golden and the butter is browned. Lift out almonds and drain on paper towels, reserving butter. (Butter can be kept for 1 day. Melt and cool again before assembling salad.)
  • When ready to serve, place greens in a large bowl. Add salt, pepper, chile flakes, almonds, cooking butter, lemon juice and olive oil. Toss gently and season to taste, then serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 160, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 157 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

BUTTER LETTUCE SALAD WITH POACHED SALMON AND HERBS



Butter Lettuce Salad with Poached Salmon and Herbs image

Fresh butter lettuce and grape tomatoes get a healthy poached salmon topper for a delicious, light meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Salmon Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 skinless salmon fillets, (6 ounces each)
Zest of 1 lemon, peeled into strips with a vegetable peeler, plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/2 cup light mayonnaise
1 small garlic clove
1/2 cup fresh tarragon leaves
1/2 cup fresh parsley
1 1/2 pounds butter lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved

Steps:

  • Place salmon in a medium skillet; cover with cold water. Add lemon zest; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over high. Cover, remove skillet from heat, and let stand until salmon is opaque throughout, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a blender, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, 1/4 cup tarragon, 1/4 cup parsley, and 2 tablespoons water. Season with salt and pepper. Blend until smooth; set dressing aside.
  • In a large bowl, toss lettuce with tomatoes and remaining herbs. Divide salad among 4 plates; top with poached salmon, and drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386 g, Fat 21 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 37 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right lettuce. Butter lettuce is the best choice for this salad because it is tender and has a mild flavor. You can also use romaine lettuce or baby spinach.
  • Wash the lettuce thoroughly. This will remove any dirt or debris. You can wash the lettuce in a colander under cold running water or in a bowl of cold water.
  • Dry the lettuce thoroughly. This will help to prevent the salad from getting watery. You can dry the lettuce by patting it with a clean kitchen towel or by spinning it in a salad spinner.
  • Use fresh herbs. Fresh herbs will give your salad the best flavor. You can use any type of herb that you like, such as basil, cilantro, mint, or parsley.
  • Don't overdress the salad. A little bit of dressing goes a long way. If you add too much dressing, the salad will be soggy and oily.
  • Serve the salad immediately. This will ensure that the lettuce is crisp and the flavors are at their best.

Conclusion:

Butter lettuce and herb salad is a delicious and refreshing salad that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect butter lettuce and herb salad every time.

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