Bibb Lettuce with Shaken Vinaigrette

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
35%
Bibb Lettuce with Shaken Vinaigrette
10 min.
6
204kcal

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Elevate your dining experience with this vibrant Bibb Lettuce with Shaken Vinaigrette, a delightful side dish that beautifully balances flavor and freshness. Perfect for any occasion, this dish is not only vegetarian and gluten-free, but it's also incredibly quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings.

The tender leaves of Bibb lettuce serve as the perfect canvas for the rich, creamy blue cheese and the satisfying crunch of toasted pine nuts. The homemade vinaigrette, infused with the sharpness of Dijon mustard and the sweetness of red wine vinegar, brings a zesty kick that ties all the flavors together. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a salad that’s both sophisticated and comforting.

This recipe caters to a variety of dietary preferences while ensuring that no one has to compromise on taste. In just 10 minutes, you can serve up to six people, making it a practical yet impressive addition to your meal. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to enhance your everyday meals, Bibb Lettuce with Shaken Vinaigrette is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more!

Ingredients

  • heads bibb lettuce 
  • ounces cheese blue crumbled
  • tablespoon dijon mustard 
  • servings kosher salt and pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.3 cup pinenuts toasted
  • tablespoon red wine vinegar 
  •  shallots peeled chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • immersion blender

Directions

  1. Combine the shallot, mustard, vinegar, oil, and salt and pepper in a jar and, with an immersion blender, pulse until the shallot is chopped and the vinaigrette is emulsified. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
  2. Break the lettuce leaves off the heads, put them in a large bowl or on a platter, and dress them whole with the vinaigrette. Top with the toasted pine nuts and crumbled blue cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories204kcal
Protein12.3%
Fat79.17%
Carbs8.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.17
Glycemic Load
0.31
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
16.24217371837%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
2.97mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:203.51kcal
10.18%
Fat:18.6g
28.62%
Saturated Fat:5.09g
31.82%
Carbohydrates:4.51g
1.5%
Net Carbohydrates:2.84g
1.03%
Sugar:1.68g
1.87%
Cholesterol:14.17mg
4.72%
Sodium:251.29mg
10.93%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.5g
13.01%
Vitamin K:120.3µg
114.58%
Vitamin A:3747.36IU
74.95%
Manganese:0.73mg
36.39%
Folate:89.65µg
22.41%
Phosphorus:146.9mg
14.69%
Calcium:142.52mg
14.25%
Vitamin E:2.08mg
13.83%
Iron:1.88mg
10.43%
Potassium:360.65mg
10.3%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.12%
Magnesium:34.94mg
8.73%
Zinc:1.12mg
7.45%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.11%
Fiber:1.67g
6.68%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.35%
Selenium:4.34µg
6.2%
Vitamin C:4.42mg
5.36%
Copper:0.11mg
5.31%
Vitamin B5:0.53mg
5.28%
Vitamin B3:0.85mg
4.26%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.84%