Red leaf lettuce, watercress, and cucumber salad with buttermilk dressing is a refreshing and healthy side dish that is perfect for summer. The crisp lettuce and watercress are paired with the cool, creamy buttermilk dressing, while the cucumber adds a refreshing crunch. This salad is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, making it a nutritious choice.
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MOROCCAN WATERCRESS AND BUTTER LETTUCE SALAD: SHLADA DE-AL JORJOR AIN EL MAA
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the flax seed with 2 tablespoons of water and let soak for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar and 1 teaspoon cumin. While whisking, drizzle in 2 tablespoons olive oil to make a smooth dressing and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Mix the flaxseed with the dressing. Set the flaxseed dressing aside.
- Preheat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan. In a large bowl, lightly coat the peppers and tomato with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Grill the peppers and tomato until slightly charred and soft. Let cool.
- Meanwhile, in another large bowl, whisk together the remaining 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon of cumin, and 1 tablespoon black pepper. While whisking, drizzle in 2 tablespoons olive oil to make a smooth dressing and season with salt, to taste.
- Peel and seed the peppers and tomato and leaving some of the charred skin, and slice. Toss the them with the dressing.
- Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the prawns and cook, stirring, until just cooked through.
- Arrange lettuce leaves along outer edge of a large platter. Arrange the peppers and tomato on the lettuce. Place the watercress in the middle and drizzle flax seed dressing over the top. Add the prawns with their juice and scatter around the preserved lemon and olives. Serve.
RED LEAF LETTUCE, WATERCRESS, AND CUCUMBER SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING
Categories Salad Dairy Garlic Mustard Cucumber Spring Sour Cream Watercress Gourmet
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Make dressing:
- Whisk together all dressing ingredients in a small bowl with salt and pepper to taste.
- Make salad:
- Soak onion in 1 cup cold water 10 minutes, then drain well in a sieve.
- Toss lettuce, watercress, and cucumber together in a bowl and divide among 6 plates. Spoon dressing over, then sprinkle salads with onion.
RED LETTUCE WITH BALSAMIC ONIONS
This salad is inspired by one that's made at Nick & Toni's, one of my favorite restaurants in East Hampton. They add blue cheese, which is incredibly delicious too.
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Cut the onions in 1/2 and slice 1/4-inch thick, place on a baking sheet and toss with:
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the onions are tender.
- Remove from oven and toss with 2 more tablespoons balsamic vinegar and cool to room temperature.
- Whisk together the shallots, mustard, red wine vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl. While whisking, add 3/4 cup olive oil until emulsified.
- To assemble, toss enough lettuce for 6 people with dressing, to taste. Place the lettuce on 6 plates and arrange the onions on top. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and serve.
RED LEAF LETTUCE AND WATERCRESS SALAD W/ BUTTERMILK DRESSING
Make and share this Red Leaf Lettuce and Watercress Salad W/ Buttermilk Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by jenpalombi
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Make dressing:.
- Whisk together all dressing ingredients in a small bowl with salt and pepper to taste.
- Make salad:.
- Soak onion in 1 cup cold water 10 minutes, then drain well in a sieve.
- Toss lettuce, watercress, and cucumber together in a bowl and divide among 6 plates. Spoon dressing over, then sprinkle salads with onion.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 43, Fat 1.8, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 3.4, Sodium 153.3, Carbohydrate 5.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 2.3, Protein 2
WILTED LEAF LETTUCE SALAD
When I think of my favorite meals from childhood, this salad comes to mind. Nothing beats garden lettuce wilted with bacon drippings, and no other recipe better captures the taste of long ago.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, toss lettuce, onion and radishes; set aside. In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp; remove with a slotted spoon to drain on paper towel. To the drippings, add vinegar, brown sugar, mustard, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Pour over lettuce and toss; sprinkle with bacon. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts :
BOSTON LETTUCE AND CUCUMBER SALAD
This Boston Lettuce and Cucumber Salad is a perfect summer dish; cool cucumbers will have you made in the shade.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together mustard and vinegar; whisk in oil until blended. Season dressing with salt and pepper.
- Add lettuce and cucumber to bowl; toss to coat with dressing. Serve salad immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 47 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g
RED LETTUCE SALAD
This recipe is from the Busy People's Low-Carb Cookbook by Dawn Hall. I like to do the first part of this early in the day and then toss with the dressing just before serving
Provided by Chef RZ Fan
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pat the lettuce dry with clean paper towels or spin the rinsed pieces in the salad spinner until dry.
- Put the clean, dry,torn lettuce in a large glass salad bowl.
- Sprinkle the chopped cucumber, sliced black olives, sliced cherry tomatoes and shredded Parmesan cheese over the lettuce pieces.
- Do not toss yet.
- Cover and chill until ready to serve.
- Just before serving toss the salad with the dressing and serve chilled.
- As an added touch chill your salad bowls in the freezer so they will be well chilled for a more special presentation.
- Enjoy !
Nutrition Facts : Calories 36.8, Fat 1.8, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 3.7, Sodium 105.1, Carbohydrate 3, Fiber 1, Sugar 1.2, Protein 2.6
BUTTER-LETTUCE SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK AND HERBS
Feeling a bit stuffed after the big holiday meal? Pass around a tangy and refreshing salad like this one; it will reset appetites and get everyone excited for dessert.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, crème fraîche, and lemon juice; generously season with salt and pepper. Slowly whisk in oil. Gently toss lettuce leaves and hearts and sliced fennel with dressing, then add half each of fennel fronds, parsley, and marjoram and toss again.
- Arrange salad on a platter; sprinkle with lemon zest and remaining fennel fronds and herbs. Season to taste. Serve immediately.
RED LEAF AND MANDARIN SALAD
A delicious mix of sweet, salty and tangy makes this effortless salad outstanding. It looks beautiful with the colorful lettuce, peppers, mandarin oranges and almonds glistening with dressing. -Heather Villasenor, Amarillo, TX
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a salad bowl, combine the lettuce, oranges, cheese and peppers. , In a small bowl, whisk the oil, honey, vinegar, mustard and salt. Stir in onion. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with almonds. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
RED-LEAF LETTUCE AND WATERCRESS SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING
Categories Salad Dairy Onion Appetizer Vegetarian Quick & Easy Mayonnaise Watercress Lettuce Gourmet Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Serves 4 to 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl whisk together buttermilk, mayonnaise, garlic paste, mustard, tarragon, and salt and pepper to taste until smooth. In a large bowl toss lettuce, watercress, and onion with dressing.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, crisp vegetables.
- If you don't have red leaf lettuce, you can substitute another type of lettuce, such as romaine or green leaf lettuce.
- You can also add other vegetables to the salad, such as tomatoes, carrots, or radishes.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- To make the salad ahead of time, prepare the dressing and vegetables separately and store them in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, toss the vegetables with the dressing and serve immediately.
Conclusion:
Red leaf lettuce, watercress, and cucumber salad with buttermilk dressing is a refreshing and healthy salad that is perfect for a summer meal. The buttermilk dressing adds a tangy and creamy flavor to the salad, while the vegetables provide a variety of textures and flavors. This salad is also very easy to make, and it can be prepared ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights.
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