Boston Lettuce with Shaved Parmesan

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
8

Sometimes the best salad is the simplest one -- this dish features buttery Boston lettuce, shaved Parmesan, and a classic vinaigrette.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • Coarse salt and ground pepper

  • 1 ½ pounds (4 heads) Boston lettuce, torn into pieces

  • 1 cup shaved (2 ounces) Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. In a small bowl or jar, whisk or shake vinegar, mustard, and oil until combined and thickened; season with salt and pepper. (Dressing can be made ahead and refrigerated, covered, until ready to serve.)

  2. In a large bowl, combine lettuce with dressing and 3/4 cup cheese; toss gently to coat. Divide among plates, and top with remaining 1/4 cup cheese. Serve immediately.

Cook's Notes

Use a sturdy vegetable peeler (a wide harp-shape one works best) to shave the Parmesan into long pieces.

Originally appeared: Everyday Food, September 2005, Everyday Food, September 2005

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