Best Boston Lettuce And Red Onion Salad Recipes

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RED LETTUCE WITH BALSAMIC ONIONS



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This salad is inspired by one that's made at Nick & Toni's, one of my favorite restaurants in East Hampton. They add blue cheese, which is incredibly delicious too.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 small red onions
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons good balsamic vinegar
1 cup good olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 tablespoons minced shallots (2 large)
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup good red wine vinegar
2 heads red-leaf, washed, spun dry, and torn into pieces.

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cut the onions in 1/2 and slice 1/4-inch thick, place on a baking sheet and toss with:
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
  • Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the onions are tender.
  • Remove from oven and toss with 2 more tablespoons balsamic vinegar and cool to room temperature.
  • Whisk together the shallots, mustard, red wine vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl. While whisking, add 3/4 cup olive oil until emulsified.
  • To assemble, toss enough lettuce for 6 people with dressing, to taste. Place the lettuce on 6 plates and arrange the onions on top. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve.

BOSTON LETTUCE SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Dinner     Lettuce     Simmer

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 24

1/4 pound thick-cut bacon, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch strips
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
4 large eggs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Buttermilk-Blue Cheese Dressing (recipe follows)
1 head of Boston lettuce, leaves separated
White Wine Vinaigrette (recipe follows)
3 radishes, thinly sliced
2 ounces Maytag blue cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
Buttermilk-Blue Cheese Dressing
1/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 ounces Maytag blue cheese, crumbled (1/2 cup)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
(makes about 1/2 cup)
White wine vinaigrette
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup canola oil
(makes about 1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • Cook the bacon in a medium sauté pan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and the fat has rendered, about 10 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a plate lined with paper towels.
  • Bring 1 quart cold water and the vinegar to a simmer in a deep sauté pan. Break the eggs, one at a time, into a ramekin and carefully slide each egg into the simmering water. Simmer until the whites are firm but the yolks are still runny, about 3 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to a plate lined with paper towels and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Put a large dollop of the buttermilk-blue cheese dressing in the center of each of 4 large dinner plates.
  • Place the lettuce leaves in a large bowl, toss with half of the white wine vinaigrette, and season with salt and pepper. Arrange the leaves on top of the buttermilk-blue cheese dressing.
  • Divide the eggs, bacon, and radishes among the plates and drizzle with more of the white wine vinaigrette. Garnish with the blue cheese and chives.
  • Buttermilk-Blue Cheese Dressing
  • Put the buttermilk, sour cream, and lemon juice in a blender and blend until combined. With the motor running, slowly add the blue cheese and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. The dressing can be made 1 day in advance and stored in a container with a tight-fitting lid in the refrigerator.
  • White wine vinaigrette
  • Whisk together the vinegar, mustard, and honey in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in the oil until emulsified. The dressing can be made 1 day in advance and stored in a container with a tight-fitting lid in the refrigerator.

MAKE-AHEAD SPINACH AND BOSTON LETTUCE SALAD



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Most of the work for this salad can be done ahead. I have made it a few times and my family and guests really enjoyed it. I got the recipe from the Canadian Living Barbecue plus Cookbook Summer 2005.

Provided by Heather in Barrie

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 cups Baby Spinach
4 cups torn boston lettuce
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onions or 1/2 cup radish
1 cup thinly sliced mushroom
1/3 cup havarti cheese (optional) or 1/3 cup goat cheese (optional)
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds (optional) or 1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts (optional)
1/4 cup oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or 2 tablespoons green onions
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pinch granulated sugar

Steps:

  • In large bowl, toss spinach with lettuce. Top with onion and mushrooms. (Salad may be covered and refrigerated for up to 4 hours).
  • Mix together dressing ingredients.
  • Pour dressing over greens. Add cheese and nuts if using. Toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.5, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 233, Carbohydrate 4.9, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 1.6, Protein 2.2

BOSTON LETTUCE AND RED ONION SALAD



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large or 2 small heads Boston lettuce
1 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup finely chopped parsley, preferably flat-leaf Italian parsley
1 1/2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
Salt to taste if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Cut away the core of the lettuce. Remove the leaves. Rinse and pat dry. Put leaves into a salad bowl and add onion and parsley.
  • Put the vinegar in a bowl and add salt and pepper. Start beating while gradually adding the oil. Pour the sauce over the salad and toss to blend.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 144, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 227 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

BOSTON LETTUCE AND WATERCRESS SALAD



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 head Boston lettuce
1 bunch watercress
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
1/4 cup finely chopped red onions
1 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard
4 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Core the lettuce and separate the leaves. Trim off tough stems of watercress. Rinse the greens and shake off excess moisture.
  • Combine vinegar, garlic, onions and mustard in a serving bowl, blending with a wire whisk. Add the oil gradually, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the greens and toss well with the dressing.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 141, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 237 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

BOSTON LETTUCE WITH SHAVED PARMESAN



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

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 1/2 pounds (4 heads) Boston lettuce, torn into pieces
1 cup shaved (2 ounces) Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • 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.)
  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g

B.L.T. TOSSED SALAD



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Boston lettuce and homemade croutons are the key to this salad. I make this often, especially good in the spring and summer.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Greens

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 slices bacon
1/2 loaf Italian bread
seasoning salt, to taste
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons water
1 small red onion, chopped
1 pint cherries or 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
2 heads boston lettuce, washed and drained well

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in skillet until crisp.
  • Reserve 2 tablespoons bacon fat in skillet, drain and crumble bacon.
  • Cut bread into 3/4 inch cubes to measure 2 cups.
  • Heat fat over medium heat and saute bread cubes, seasoned with a little seasoning salt, stirring until golden brown.
  • Transfer croutons to paper towels, set aside.
  • In a small bowl whisk together garlic, lemon juice, mayonnaise and water and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Tear lettuce into bite sized pieces, add tomatoes, onion, bacon, croutons and toss with dressing.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394, Fat 22.3, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 24, Sodium 632.9, Carbohydrate 42.2, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 13.7, Protein 8.5

BOSTON LETTUCE AND ENDIVE SALAD



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large heads Belgian endive
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
4 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil
1 head Boston lettuce cleaned, rinsed and patted dry
4 tablespoons chopped fresh scallions
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chervil or parsley

Steps:

  • Trim off the bottom of the endives, cut them into inch-long pieces or cut them lengthwise into thin shreds. Drop the pieces into cold water to keep them from turning dark. Drain, spin or pat dry.
  • In a salad bowl, combine the mustard, lemon juice, vinegar, salt and pepper. Blend well with a wire whisk, then add the oil slowly to form an emulsion.
  • Place the salad greens, the scallions and chervil into the salad bowl and toss well with the dressing. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 142, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 249 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

BOSTON LETTUCE WITH VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large head Boston or other butter lettuce, cored, cleaned and dried (about 7 cups)

Steps:

  • Combine the vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and mix until the salt dissolves. Drizzle in the oil as you stir, mixing until the vinegar and oil comes together in a smooth dressing.
  • Tear the lettuce leaves into pieces and put all but a handful in a small salad bowl, then season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour most of the vinaigrette over the lettuce (reserve a little to avoid overdressing) and toss, mixing thoroughly. Add the reserved lettuce, toss again, and then add more vinaigrette if the salad seems too dry. Serve immediately.
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BOSTON LETTUCE SALAD



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Provided by Dave Lieberman

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 clove garlic, pressed
1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
1 lemon, juiced
1/4 cup olive oil
Pinch salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 head Boston lettuce, cleaned
2 tablespoons capers

Steps:

  • Combine the mayonnaise, garlic, mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper in a resealable plastic container. Put the lid on the container and shake until contents are well combined.
  • Break the lettuce into leaves and place on 4 plates. Drizzle with the vinaigrette and sprinkle with capers.

BOSTON LETTUCE WITH ROASTED RED ONIONS



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Forget boring tossed salads! This Boston lettuce salad will have your guests asking for the recipe. Top with bacon, or substitute feta for the Gorgonzola for a change of taste. -Josh Carter, Birmingham, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 medium red onions, cut into 1/4-inch wedges
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/3 cups balsamic vinegar
6 tablespoons orange juice
4 heads Boston or Bibb lettuce, halved lengthwise
1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
Toasted chopped walnuts, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Place onions on a foil lined baking sheet. Drizzle with oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss to coat. Roast until tender, 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. , In a small saucepan, combine vinegar and juice. Bring to a boil; cook until reduced by half, 8-10 minutes. , Top lettuce halves with roasted onions. Drizzle with sauce and top with cheese. Sprinkle with additional black pepper and if desired, chopped walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 135mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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