Wilted Lettuce Salad

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Wilted Lettuce Salad
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 30, 2023

Ingredients

  • 1 head romaine lettuce, washed and chopped
  • 4 cups baby spinach leaves, washed
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup toasted sliced almonds

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the romaine lettuce and baby spinach leaves.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the lettuce and spinach and toss to coat.
  4. Sprinkle the feta cheese, red onion, and toasted almonds over the salad and toss to combine.
  5. Serve immediately.

Interesting Facts

  • Wilted lettuce salads are traditional in the American South.
  • Wilted lettuce is a great way to use up greens that are starting to wilt and turn a bit limp.
  • The feta cheese, red onion, and almonds add an extra crunch and flavor to the salad.
  • This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of leafy greens.