Lettuce Recipe
Make Lettuce Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Salad Base
Toppings
Dressing
Method
Preparation of the Salad Base
- 1
Wash the Greens
Rinse the romaine lettuce and spinach under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or use a salad spinner.
- 2
Chop the Romaine Lettuce
Cut the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
- 3
Add Spinach
Tear the spinach leaves into smaller pieces and add them to the bowl with the romaine lettuce.
Adding Toppings
- 4
Prepare Cherry Tomatoes
Wash the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half. Add them to the salad bowl.
- 5
- 6
Slice the Red Onion
Thinly slice the red onion. If you prefer a milder taste, soak the slices in cold water for a few minutes. Add to the salad.
- 7
Add Feta Cheese
Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the salad.
- 8
Add Olives
If using whole olives, slice them in half or leave them whole. Add to the salad.
Making the Dressing
- 9
Combine Dressing Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 10
Dress the Salad
Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
