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Romaine Salad with Lemon-Pecorino Vinaigrette

Hazelnuts bring a nutty crunch to this vibrant twist on a classic Caesar salad.
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Total Time 20 minutes
Course Starters
Cuisine Italian
Servings 8 Yield
Calories 95 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 Tbsp. sherry vinegar
  • Kosher salt
  • 3 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1 small clove garlic, grated
  • 1/4 cup grated pecorino cheese, plus more for serving
  • 8 cups torn romaine lettuce hearts
  • 1/4 hazelnuts, toasted and roughly chopped

Instructions
 

  • In small bowl, toss onion with 2 tablespoons vinegar and 1/4 teaspoon salt and let sit at least 15 minutes. 
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, whisk together oil, mustard, and remaining 2 tablespoons vinegar; stir in garlic and pecorino.
  • Add lettuce and gently toss to coat. Drain onion and sprinkle over salad along with hazelnuts and additional pecorino if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 95kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 3gFat: 8.5gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 105mgFiber: 1g
Keyword Romaine Salad with Lemon-Pecorino Vinaigrette
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