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

Ingredients:

2 tsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 red hot chili peppers
salt & pepper to taste
4 cups lettuce
1 tbsp watercress
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.

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 per serving

6 Servings
Calories 13kcal
Protein 0.99g
Carbohydrates 2.76g
Fiber 0.87g
Sugar 1.14g
Fat 1.64g

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