Artificial Flavors Free Basil-Parsley Romaine Lettuce Cups with Carrot
These vibrant lettuce cups are a refreshing way to eat your greens, packed with bright herbs and a simple honey-vinegar dressing that ties everything together beautifully. Fresh basil, flat-leaf parsley, and finely diced carrot create a filling that's colorful, crunchy, and genuinely satisfying — no cooking required. The dressing comes together in seconds with just apple cider vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, raw honey, and sea salt, so every ingredient is exactly what it says it is. That matters a lot when you're trying to avoid synthetic flavor additives, because store-bought dressings and pre-seasoned snacks are notorious for sneaking in artificial enhancers under vague labeling. Here, the flavor is entirely real — it comes from the herbs, the acidity of the vinegar, and a touch of natural sweetness from the honey. Crisp romaine leaves act as the perfect edible vessel, and a handful of torn fresh mint on top adds an optional but lovely finishing note. Serve these immediately after assembling and they make a stunning appetizer or light lunch that tastes far more impressive than the effort involved.
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4 servings
For the filling
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and finely diced
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, roughly chopped
For the dressing
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp raw honey
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
For serving
- 8–10 large romaine lettuce leaves, washed and dried
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey, and sea salt until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced carrot, sliced basil, and chopped parsley. Pour the dressing over the filling and toss until every piece is evenly coated.
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