Apparently this is marry me salad 🤯 (bakedbymelissa)
Apparently this is marry me salad 🤯 (bakedbymelissa) is a easy American recipe that serves 2. 150 calories per serving. Recipe by Dustin Hadley on YouTube.
Prep: 5 min | Cook: PT0M | Total: 10 min
Cost: $2.50 total, $1.25 per serving
Ingredients
- 1 small head Iceberg Lettuce (shredded into bite‑size strips; any lettuce can be used)
- 1 Lemon (freshly squeezed juice (about 2 tbsp))
- 2 Tbsp Olive Oil (extra‑virgin, drizzle – not strictly measured)
- 1 tsp Salt (hand‑size flat quarter; adjust to taste)
- 1 clove Garlic (grated finely)
- Black Pepper (to taste, freshly ground if possible)
- 1 tsp White Vinegar (splash; adjust acidity as desired)
Instructions
Shred the Lettuce
Place the iceberg lettuce on a cutting board and slice or shred it into bite‑size strips.
Time: PT2M
Juice the Lemon
Roll the lemon on the counter, cut in half, and squeeze the juice into a small bowl.
Time: PT1M
Grate the Garlic
Peel one garlic clove and grate it finely using the garlic grater.
Time: PT1M
Make the Dressing
In a small bowl combine the lemon juice, olive oil, a flat‑quarter‑handful of salt, the grated garlic, a pinch of black pepper, and a splash of white vinegar. Stir until emulsified.
Time: PT1M
Toss the Salad
Place the shredded lettuce in the large mixing bowl, pour the dressing over it, and toss thoroughly until every leaf is lightly coated.
Time: PT1M
Serve
Transfer the tossed salad to plates or a serving bowl. Optional: top with sliced peppers, crumbled feta, or other desired toppings.
Time: PT0M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 150
- Protein
- 2g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Fat
- 12g
- Fiber
- 2g
Dietary info: Vegan, Gluten-Free, Low-Carb, Paleo-friendly
Last updated: April 18, 2026








