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.
- 04 Apr 2025
- Cook time 0 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 6 Servings
- 6 Ingredients
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:
Instructions:
- 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.
- Pour the spicy dressing over the lettuce and watercress.
- Toss gently to ensure the dressing is evenly distributed.
- 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 Size | 70 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 13kcal | 1% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 0.99g | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 2.76g | 1% |
| Fiber 0.87g | 2% |
| Sugar 1.14g | 1% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 1.64g | 2% |
| Saturated 0.23g | 1% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 200ug | 22% |
| Choline 9mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 0.05mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 0.05mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 0.36mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 0.12mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B9 22ug | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 24mg | 28% |
| Vitamin E 0.23mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K 70ug | 59% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 22mg | 2% |
| Copper, Cu 0.03mg | 4% |
| Iron, Fe 0.57mg | 5% |
| Magnesium, Mg 10mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus, P 22mg | 2% |
| Potassium, K 150mg | 4% |
| Selenium, Se 0.39ug | 1% |
| Sodium, Na 16mg | 1% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.13mg | 1% |
| 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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