To keep this tasty and nutritious salad fresh, pack the dressing on the side for kids to pour on at school. A portion of this salad is great to boost the day's vegetable intake.
Ingredients
- 6 cups (1.5 L) romaine lettuce, torn into small pieces
- 1 cup (250 mL) diced English cucumber
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped sweet red pepper
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) thinly sliced carrots
- Dressing:
- 1/4 cup (50 mL) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup (50 mL) extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp (25 mL) lemon juice
- 1 tsp (5 mL) Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp (5 mL) Worcestershire sauce
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp (2 mL) each granulated sugar and salt
Steps
- In large bowl, gently combine lettuce, cucumber, red pepper and carrots.
- Dressing: In small bowl, whisk together Parmesan cheese, oil, lemon juice, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, sugar and salt. Just before serving, toss with salad.
