Green salad with hot and sour dressing
Fresh and zesty, this Green Salad with Hot and Sour Dressing is a delightful mix of crunchy mixed greens, aromatic basil and spearmint, and nutrient-packed mung beans. Tossed in a vibrant dressing made with peanut oil, lime juice, ginger root, and red hot chili peppers, this salad offers a tantalizing balance of flavors that's perfect for any meal. Ready in minutes and loaded with freshness, it's the perfect healthy addition to your diet!
- 10 May 2024
- Cook time 0 min
- Prep time 20 min
- 6 Servings
- 9 Ingredients
The Green Salad with Hot and Sour Dressing is a refreshing and invigorating dish, perfect for those who love a mix of fresh vegetables and vibrant flavors. This salad combines mixed greens, basil, spearmint, and mung beans with a zesty dressing made of lime juice, ginger, and chili peppers. It's a delightful way to enjoy a healthy meal with a lot of character.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Rinse the mixed greens, basil leaves, and spearmint thoroughly under cold water. Pat them dry using a paper towel or use a salad spinner.
- Place the mixed greens, basil, and spearmint in a large salad bowl.
- If using dried mung beans, cook them according to the package instructions. Typically, this involves soaking the beans for several hours, then boiling them until tender.
- Once cooked, drain and rinse the mung beans under cold water to cool them down. Add the mung beans to the salad bowl with the greens.
- Peel the cucumber if desired, and slice it into thin rounds or half-moons.
- Add the sliced cucumber to the salad bowl.
- In a small bowl, combine the peanut oil, lime juice, and grated ginger root. Mix well.
- Finely chop the red hot chili peppers, being careful to avoid touching your face. Add the chopped chili peppers to the dressing mixture. Stir to combine.
- Pour the hot and sour dressing over the salad mixture. Toss well to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Transfer the salad to individual serving plates, or serve it directly from the bowl.
- Enjoy your refreshing Green Salad with Hot and Sour Dressing!
Tips:
- For extra crunch, add a handful of toasted peanuts on top of the salad before serving.
- Make sure to thinly slice the cucumber to ensure even distribution of flavors throughout the salad.
- Adjust the amount of chili peppers to your preference for spice. If you're not a fan of too much heat, start with one chili pepper and add more if desired.
- To enhance the flavors, let the dressing sit for a few minutes after mixing before tossing it with the salad ingredients.
- The salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for a few hours, but keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to prevent the greens from wilting.
This Green Salad with Hot and Sour Dressing is a quick and easy recipe that brings a burst of freshness and a kick of spice to your table. The combination of greens and the unique dressing provides a delicious balance of flavors that will surely impress. Enjoy this salad as a light meal on its own or as a vibrant side dish.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 120 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 70kcal | 3% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 1.42g | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 5g | 1% |
| Fiber 0.97g | 3% |
| Sugar 2.63g | 3% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 5g | 6% |
| Saturated 0.85g | 3% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 10ug | 1% |
| Choline 9mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 0.05mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 0.06mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 0.44mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 0.11mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B9 24ug | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 27mg | 28% |
| Vitamin E 0.91mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K 20ug | 17% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 14mg | 1% |
| Copper, Cu 0.09mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 0.54mg | 5% |
| Magnesium, Mg 16mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus, P 33mg | 3% |
| Potassium, K 200mg | 6% |
| Selenium, Se 0.38ug | 1% |
| Sodium, Na 4.08mg | 0% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.25mg | 2% |
| Water | |
| Water 80g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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