Bibb Salad with Parmesan Butter Crostini

By JDARK

Ingredients

• Crostini:
• 1/2 baguette loaf, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
• 1/2 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• Salad:
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 head Bibb or butterhead lettuce, leaves torn
• 1 medium fennel bulb, thinly sliced
• 1/3 packed cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1/3 packed cup mint leaves, chopped

Details

Servings 6
Preparation time 10mins
Cooking time 22mins

Preparation

Step 1

For the crostini:
1. Place an oven rack in the lower 1/3 of the oven.
2. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
3. Arrange the bread slices in a single layer on a baking sheet.
4. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until golden.
5. In a small bowl, using a fork, mix the butter and cheese together until smooth.

For the salad:
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and oil until combined and season with salt and pepper, to taste. 7. Place the lettuce, fennel, basil, and mint in a salad bowl.
8. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well.

To serve:
9. Spread the Parmesan butter on the toasted bread and serve alongside the salad.