Fresh Lettuce Salad: A Crisp and Healthy Recipe
Gobble up a whole head of lettuce in no time! Making a fresh and delicious lettuce salad.
A nourishing salad made with wholesome ingredients. It’s a fantastic dish that whets the appetite and provides a sense of fullness.
Salad Ingredients- 1 head of fresh lettuce
- 1 ripe tomato
- 1 ripe avocado
- 100g carrot
- 2 Tbsp pickled vinegar (chokong)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare all the ingredients for your salad. You’ll need 1 head of fresh lettuce, 1 ripe tomato, 1 ripe avocado, 100g of carrot, and 2 tablespoons of pickled vinegar (chokong).
Step 2
Wash the lettuce thoroughly and tear or chop it into bite-sized pieces. Submerge the lettuce in cold water for about 10 minutes. This step helps to revive and crisp up the lettuce, making it even more refreshing. After 10 minutes, drain the lettuce very well to remove excess water.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, place the prepared lettuce as the base of your salad. Fresh lettuce is the foundation for a great salad.
Step 4
Next, add the chopped tomato to the bowl. The vibrant red of the tomatoes will add a beautiful color to your salad.
Step 5
Add the carrot, julienned or thinly sliced, for a delightful crunch and added nutrition. Carrots bring a wonderful texture and health benefits to the salad.
Step 6
To prepare the avocado, cut it in half, remove the pit, and then slice the flesh while it’s still in the peel. You can then gently twist the peel to easily remove the flesh. Alternatively, you can scoop out the flesh with a spoon and dice it into bite-sized pieces. The creamy avocado adds richness and healthy fats to the salad.
Step 7
Carefully add the prepared avocado pieces to the salad bowl.
Step 8
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of pickled vinegar (chokong) over the salad. This adds a unique sweet and sour flavor profile that complements the fresh ingredients beautifully.
Step 9
Add 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice. Lemon juice brightens all the flavors and adds a refreshing zest.
Step 10
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar for a touch of depth and sophistication. Balsamic vinegar offers a complex flavor that enhances the overall taste of the salad.
Step 11
If you enjoy a little tang, add 1 tablespoon of mustard. Mustard provides a subtle kick and adds another layer of flavor to the dressing.
Step 12
Finally, finish by drizzling 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over the salad. This ties all the flavors together and adds a lovely sheen.
Step 13
Now, gently toss all the ingredients together with a light hand. Avoid tossing too vigorously to maintain the crisp texture of the vegetables. The result is a wonderfully fresh and flavorful salad with a clean, natural taste. Enjoy this healthy and delicious meal!
