Parmesan Chopped Salad (Printable Version)

Crisp romaine with shallots, lemon, and parmesan cheese creates a simple yet flavorful dish perfect for any meal.

# Ingredients:

→ Salad Base

01 - 2 hearts romaine lettuce, washed and dried
02 - 1 shallot, thinly sliced
03 - 1 lemon, zested and juiced

→ Dressing

04 - 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
05 - 1 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

→ Toppings

08 - 1 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
09 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

# Steps:

01 - Slice the romaine lettuce hearts into bite-sized strips and place in a large salad bowl.
02 - Add the thinly sliced shallots and lemon zest to the salad bowl.
03 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.
04 - Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
05 - Top with grated parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes. Toss again until evenly distributed.

# Notes:

01 - For best flavor, use freshly grated parmesan rather than pre-packaged varieties.