Wilted Lettuce Salad
180kcal
Ingredients
- 1 large head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
Method
- In a large bowl, add the torn lettuce and set aside.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until the butter melts.
- Add the sliced onion and cook for 2 minutes, then stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and let simmer for 1 minute.
- Immediately pour the hot dressing over the lettuce and toss gently until the leaves are evenly coated and slightly wilted. Top with chopped hard-boiled eggs and serve warm.
Nutrition
Calories180kcalCarbohydrates8gProtein5gFat15gSaturated Fat5gCholesterol105mgSodium320mgPotassium250mgFiber2gSugar4gVitamin A145IUVitamin C10mgCalcium50mgIron1.2mg
Notes
For a lower-carb version, skip the sugar or use a drizzle of honey. Swap butter for avocado oil if needed. This salad is best fresh, but if you must store it, keep the dressing separate and toss just before serving.