British Twist Salad

Ingredients

The British Twist Salad takes inspiration from the traditional Thai Yum Salad but incorporates British ingredients and flavors. The original Thai Yum Salad typically includes ingredients like fish sauce, lime juice, and Thai chili peppers. In this adapted version, we substitute fish sauce with English mustard and adjust the spice level to suit British taste preferences. The addition of English mustard adds a unique tangy flavor to the dressing, giving the salad a distinct British twist. We alse have the original recipe for Yum Salad, so you can check it out.

• 4 cups (120g) mixed salad greens 4 cups (120g) mixed salad greens
• 1 cup (150g) cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup (150g) cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup (20g) fresh mint leaves, torn 1/2 cup (20g) fresh mint leaves, torn
• 1/2 cup (20g) fresh cilantro leaves 1/2 cup (20g) fresh cilantro leaves
• 1/4 cup (60ml) lime juice 1/4 cup (60ml) lime juice
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) honey 1 tablespoon (15ml) honey
• 1 teaspoon English mustard 1 teaspoon English mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 120 kcal / 502 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 7g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 14g, 8g
• Protein: 2g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, mint leaves, and cilantro.
2. 2.
   In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, English mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3. 3.
   Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
4. 4.
   Serve immediately and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Mint leaves — Gently tear the mint leaves to release their aroma and flavor.
• English mustard — Adjust the amount of mustard according to your preference for spiciness.

Tips & Tricks

• For added crunch, sprinkle some toasted croutons or roasted sunflower seeds on top of the salad.
• If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of lime juice in the dressing.
• Feel free to add some grilled chicken or shrimp to make it a more substantial meal.

Serving advice

Serve the British Twist Salad as a refreshing side dish with grilled meats or as a light lunch option. It pairs well with crusty bread or a side of buttered new potatoes.

Presentation advice

Arrange the salad on a large platter, garnish with extra mint leaves and cilantro, and drizzle some extra dressing on top for an appetizing presentation.