Green salad with spicy dressing

Delight your taste buds with a vibrant Green Salad with Spicy Dressing! Fresh lettuce and peppery watercress tossed in a zesty lemon and olive oil dressing, enhanced with fiery red hot chili peppers. A simple, healthy, and flavor-packed salad perfect for any meal.

  • 19 Mar 2025
  • Cook time 0 min
  • Prep time 10 min
  • 6 Servings
  • 6 Ingredients

Green salad with spicy dressing

Green salad with spicy dressing is a refreshing and zesty dish that brings a burst of flavor to your table. This recipe combines crisp lettuce with the vibrant heat of red hot chili peppers and a tangy lemon dressing, offering a delightful contrast of tastes and textures. Perfect as a side dish or a light main course, it's a healthy and tasty choice for any meal.

Ingredients:

2 tsp olive oil
9g
2 tbsp lemon juice
10g
2 red hot chili peppers
80g
salt & pepper to taste
4 cups lettuce
300g
1 tbsp watercress
16g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
- Wash and thoroughly dry the lettuce and watercress.
- Thinly slice the red hot chili peppers. Remove seeds if you prefer less heat.

2. Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, combine 2 teaspoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.
- Add the sliced red hot chili peppers to the mixture for a spicy kick.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir until well combined.

3. Assemble the Salad:
- Place the 4 cups of lettuce into a large salad bowl.
- Sprinkle the 1 tablespoon of watercress over the lettuce.
4. Dress the Salad:
- Pour the spicy dressing over the lettuce and watercress.
- Toss gently to ensure the dressing is evenly distributed.
5. Serve:
- Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing green salad with a spicy dressing!

Tips:

- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: Fresh lettuce and watercress will ensure that your salad is crunchy and full of flavor. Also, opt for fresh red hot chili peppers for a more vibrant and intense heat.

- Adjust the spice level: If you prefer a milder dressing, use fewer chili peppers or remove the seeds. Conversely, for a spicier kick, include the seeds or add more chili peppers.

- Balance the flavors: Taste the dressing before mixing it with the salad. If it's too tangy, add a bit more olive oil. If it's too spicy, a little extra lemon juice or water can help balance the heat.

- Prepare ahead of time: You can make the dressing in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Just give it a good stir before adding it to the salad to ensure all the ingredients are well combined.

Congratulations, you have successfully prepared a delicious green salad with a spicy dressing! This salad is a wonderful combination of fresh greens and a tangy, spicy kick that will tantalize your taste buds. Serve it immediately to enjoy the crispness of the lettuce and the full flavors of the dressing. Bon appétit!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size70 grams
Energy
Calories 13kcal1%
Protein
Protein 0.99g1%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 2.76g1%
Fiber 0.87g2%
Sugar 1.14g1%
Fat
Fat 1.64g2%
Saturated 0.23g1%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 200ug22%
Choline 9mg2%
Vitamin B1 0.05mg4%
Vitamin B2 0.05mg4%
Vitamin B3 0.36mg2%
Vitamin B6 0.12mg7%
Vitamin B9 22ug6%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 24mg28%
Vitamin E 0.23mg2%
Vitamin K 70ug59%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 22mg2%
Copper, Cu 0.03mg4%
Iron, Fe 0.57mg5%
Magnesium, Mg 10mg2%
Phosphorus, P 22mg2%
Potassium, K 150mg4%
Selenium, Se 0.39ug1%
Sodium, Na 16mg1%
Zinc, Zn 0.13mg1%
Water
Water 66g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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