Ingredients

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Pinch of sugar

Coarse salt and ground pepper

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

1 head (about 10 ounces) Boston lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces, washed and dried

1 cup lightly packed fresh small basil leaves (larger leaves torn in half)

Preparation

In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice and sugar; season generously with salt and pepper. Whisk in oil until incorporated.

Add lettuce and basil leaves; toss to coat with dressing. Serve immediately.