Simple to make, not simple on taste! Let’s be real, if you are the one in charge of the holiday cooking, it’s a lot. Why not make one thing that is easy to pull together, quick on time & contains a vegetable everyone can get on board with. It’s really a no-brainer!
Here’s the best part…this is an easy one to delegate. You know you have that family member or friend that wants to help (or at least they pretend & say they want to help). The problem is, you just don’t trust them in the kitchen. Not a problem! Can they tear a lettuce leaf? Pour ingredients in a jar & shake? Shave cheese slices? I’m hoping you answered yes, if you didn’t send them on there merry way, but if you are someone who can delegate; 1. good for you - some of us control freaks are working on it, if you are one of us, this is still a simple enough recipe to test those control issues out, 2. just do it - you really can’t mess this up, 3. take a second & exhale!
Simple Romaine Salad
Ingredients
- 3 romaine hearts, leaves separated or torn
- 1 vegan parmesan wedge, shaved save 1 tbsp to grate for vinaigrette
- 1/2 cup crushed breadcrumbs see notes
- 1 clove garlic, minced about 1 tsp
- 1 tsp vegan butter
Lemon Parmesan Vinaigrette
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup white wine vinegar sub apple cider vinegar
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp grated vegan parmesan
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup plain vegan yogurt optional to make a creamy vinaigrette
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Make the vinaigrette by combining all ingredients in a jar & whisk or shake until well blended. Optional: Add the yogurt if you prefer a creamy dressing. Set aside.
- Make the garlic butter breadcrumbs by melting the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Gently saute garlic for 1 minute. Add the crushed breadcrumbs & let them cook in the garlic butter until they just start to brown & get crispy. Remove from heat & set aside.
- Wash & dry greens. Gently separate the romaine leaves or tear into smaller bite size pieces.
- Shave the parmesan cheese wedge over the lettuce. Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the salad. Pour a bit of vinaigrette over the leaves or serve on the side. Give a sprinkle of cracked pepper over the top.