Parmesan Salad Bowl Recipe

Elevate your salads and appetizers with these stunning Parmesan bowls! Inspired by a clever kitchen hack, these crispy, cheesy cups are surprisingly easy to make. Simply broil grated Parmesan cheese until golden and crisp, then drape them over bowls to form beautiful, edible serving vessels. Perfect for showcasing your favorite salads, dips, or even desserts! This recipe makes two elegant bowls in just minutes.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 8 mins
Calories 490.1 kcal
Protein 87g
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Ingredients for Parmesan Salad Bowl

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How to Make Parmesan Salad Bowl

  1. Preheat your broiler with the rack in the middle position.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Lightly grease the parchment paper with vegetable cooking spray.
  4. Place 4 ounces (113g) of grated Parmesan cheese in the center of the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Gently flatten the Parmesan into a 1/4-inch (0.6cm) thick circle.
  6. Sprinkle evenly with 1 teaspoon of dried red sweet pepper flakes.
  7. Broil for 3 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
  8. Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven and slide the Parmesan crisp onto a wire cooling rack.
  9. Prepare a second baking sheet with parchment paper and cooking spray.
  10. Repeat steps 4-8 to make a second Parmesan crisp.
  11. While still warm and pliable, gently drape the first Parmesan crisp over an inverted cereal bowl or small heat-safe bowl. Let cool completely for at least 10 minutes to set.
  12. Repeat with the second Parmesan crisp.
  13. Your two beautiful, edible Parmesan bowls are ready! Fill with your favorite salad, appetizer, or dessert and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

72 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

98g

Carbs

1g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Parmesan Salad Bowl?

Parmesan Salad Bowl takes about 13 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 8 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Parmesan Salad Bowl?

Parmesan Salad Bowl has approximately 490.1 calories per serving, with about 87 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 50 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Parmesan Salad Bowl?

The key ingredients for Parmesan Salad Bowl are Parmesan Cheese, Sweet Red Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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