Butter lettuce parmesan salad is a refreshing, flavorful, and elegant salad that can be served as a side dish or main course. With its crisp, tender lettuce, nutty parmesan cheese, and tangy dressing, this salad is a delight for the senses and a great way to enjoy the health benefits of fresh vegetables. Whether you are looking for a light lunch option or a side salad to accompany your grilled meats or fish, butter lettuce parmesan salad is a versatile and delicious choice. Read on for some of our favorite recipes for this classic salad, all of which are easy to make and sure to impress your family and friends.
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BIBB SALAD WITH PARMESAN BUTTER CROSTINI
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories appetizer
Time 2h50m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- For the crostini: Place an oven rack in the lower 1/3 of the oven. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Arrange the bread slices in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until golden. In a small bowl, using a fork, mix the butter and cheese together until smooth.
- For the salad: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and oil until combined and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Place the lettuce, fennel, basil, and mint in a salad bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well.
- To serve: Spread the Parmesan butter on the toasted bread and serve alongside the salad.
BOSTON LETTUCE WITH SHAVED PARMESAN
Sometimes the best salad is the simplest one -- this dish features buttery Boston lettuce, shaved Parmesan, and a classic vinaigrette.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk or shake vinegar, mustard, and oil until combined and thickened; season with salt and pepper. (Dressing can be made ahead and refrigerated, covered, until ready to serve.)
- In a large bowl, combine lettuce with dressing and 3/4 cup cheese; toss gently to coat. Divide among plates, and top with remaining 1/4 cup cheese. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g
BUTTER LETTUCE AND RADISH SALAD WITH LEMON-GARLIC VINAIGRETTE
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
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.
BUTTER LETTUCE, NECTARINE, & BLACKBERRIES IN PARMESAN CRISPS
Bon Appetit, June 2005. "Pretty and delicious, this salad is a light starter for an elegant lunch or dinner." I have not tried; posted for safe-keeping.
Provided by swissms
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°F Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Mix cheese and flour in small bowl; divide into 4 mounds on prepared sheet, spacing 3 inches apart. Using fingers, flatten each mound to 4-inch round. Bake until golden and almost crisp but still pliable, about 20 minutes. Invert four 6-ounce custard cups onto work surface. Place each cheese round over 1 cup bottom, pressing gently to form bowl shape. Cool 1 hour. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.).
- Mix nectarines and lime juice in bowl. Fill each bowl with lettuce, then berries and nectarines. Drizzle with oil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.2, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 33, Sodium 575.1, Carbohydrate 12.7, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 6.9, Protein 16
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- To make the dressing in advance, whisk together the buttermilk, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
- To save time, use a bag of pre-washed and dried lettuce mix.
- If you don't have Parmesan cheese, you can use another hard cheese, such as Asiago or Romano.
- To make the salad more substantial, add grilled or roasted chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
Conclusion:
Butter lettuce, Parmesan, and salad is a classic combination that is always a crowd-pleaser. This salad is light and refreshing, with a creamy, tangy dressing that perfectly complements the delicate flavor of the lettuce. It's a great salad to serve as a side dish or main course, and it's also perfect for potlucks and picnics. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and healthy salad that everyone will enjoy.
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