Ingredients
- 1 head of fresh lettuce (any variety you like, e.g., romaine or iceberg)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 small cucumber (optional, for extra crunch)
- 1 small red onion or green onions (optional)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice or vinegar
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Wash the lettuce thoroughly and tear it into bite-sized pieces. Pat dry and place in a large salad bowl.
- Place the eggs in a pot of cold water, bring to a boil, and cook for about 10 minutes until hard-boiled. Transfer to cold water, peel, and chop them.
- If using, slice the cucumber and onion thinly.
- Add the chopped eggs, cucumber, and onion to the bowl with lettuce.
- In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise (or yogurt), olive oil (if using), and lemon juice or vinegar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this simple, refreshing salad!
If you’d like, I can suggest variations too — just let me know!