Side Salad (vg) Recipe
Delicious chopped romaine lettuce topped with shredded cheese, diced tomato, and tortilla strips.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Dressing (Optional)
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Chop the Romaine Lettuce
Wash the romaine lettuce under cold water. Remove any wilted outer leaves. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
- 2
Add Diced Tomatoes
Wash the tomatoes and dice them into small cubes. Sprinkle the diced tomatoes over the chopped romaine lettuce in the bowl.
- 3
Sprinkle Shredded Cheese
Add the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the lettuce and tomatoes.
- 4
Add Tortilla Strips
Top the salad with the tortilla strips for added crunch and flavor.
Dressing Preparation (Optional)
- 5
Combine Dressing Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 6
Dress the Salad
If desired, drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving, tossing gently to combine.