Best Boston Lettuce With Roasted Red Onions Recipes

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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 AND RED ONION SALAD



Boston Lettuce and Red Onion Salad image

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

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 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 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

RED LETTUCE WITH BALSAMIC ONIONS



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Delicious salad adapted from Ina Garten. A little blue cheese sprinkled on top makes a nice addition.

Provided by GaylaJ

Categories     Greens

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

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

Steps:

  • Prehead oven to 375°F.
  • Cut the onions in 1/2, then slice 1/4-inch thick. Place on 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 12-15 minutes, until the onions are tender.
  • Remove from oven and toss with remaining 2 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. Slowly add 3/4 cup olive oil, whisking while pouring, until emulsified.
  • To assemble, toss lettuce with dressing to taste. Place the lettuce on 6 plates and arrange onions on top. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.6, Fat 36.3, SaturatedFat 5, Sodium 483.6, Carbohydrate 7.9, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 2, Protein 2

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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