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Liz’s Bistro Salad

Liz’s Bistro Salad: Fresh, Crunchy, and Oh-So-Delicious

Liz’s Bistro Salad combines crispy romaine, tender butter lettuce, and tangy pickled onions for a fresh, flavorful side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Pickling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Greens
  • 1 full heart Romaine Lettuce Provides a crunchy base
  • 1 head Butter Lettuce Adds tenderness and mild flavor
For the Freshness
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Chives, Dill, Tarragon
  • 1 cup Pickled Onions Can be pre-prepared and stored
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1/4 cup Canola Oil Lightly dresses the salad
  • 2 tablespoons Vinegar Use your favorite type
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard Adds depth and tanginess

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • whisk
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Pickled Onions: Thinly slice onions and submerge them in vinegar. Let soak for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Make Vinaigrette: Combine canola oil, vinegar, and Dijon mustard in a bowl. Whisk until emulsified.
  3. Chop Greens: Wash and dry romaine and butter lettuce. Tear into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix chopped greens, herbs, and pickled onions.
  5. Dress the Salad: Drizzle vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Dress the salad just before serving to maintain its freshness. Pre-slice onions and vinaigrette can be made a day in advance.

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