Salada Mista
This vibrant Portuguese Salada Mista is a refreshing medley of crisp romaine, juicy tomatoes, cool cucumber, and thinly sliced onion, all lightly dressed with a simple olive oil and red wine vinegar vinaigrette. Its clean, bright flavors provide a perfect counterpoint to heartier main courses, allowing the natural freshness of the produce to truly shine.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 15 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 127 kcal
Allergen information: may contain sulphites. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 1 pcsromaine lettuce, chopped
- 2 pcstomato, sliced or wedged
- 0.5 pcscucumber, peeled and sliced
- 0.25 pcsonion, thinly sliced
dressing
- 3 tbspolive oil
- 1 tbspred wine vinegar
- 0.5 tspsalt
- 0.25 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
Equipment
Large salad bowl · Chef's knife · Cutting board · Small mixing bowl · Whisk · Salad spinner (optional) · Salad tongs (optional)
The method
Step by step
- 1
Thoroughly wash the romaine lettuce under cold running water, then pat it dry with paper towels or spin it in a salad spinner.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Removing excess water from the lettuce is crucial for a crisp salad and to prevent the dressing from becoming diluted.
- 2
Chop the dried romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1-inch squares, and transfer them to a large salad bowl.
About 1 min
- 3
Wash and core the tomatoes, then slice them into uniform wedges or rounds, adding them to the bowl with the lettuce.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Use a serrated knife for clean cuts on tomatoes without crushing them.
- 4
Peel the cucumber, then thinly slice it into rounds or half-moons, and add the slices to the other vegetables in the bowl.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: For a less bitter cucumber, you can score the skin lengthwise with a fork before peeling, or remove the seeds if they are large.
- 5
Peel the onion and thinly slice it into delicate rings or half-moons, then scatter these over the vegetables in the bowl.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: To reduce the pungency of raw onion, soak the slices in ice water for 10-15 minutes before adding them to the salad.
- 6
In a small separate bowl, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
About 1 min
- 7
Whisk the dressing ingredients vigorously until they are well combined and slightly emulsified.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed; a good dressing should be balanced between acidity, oil, and salt.
- 8
Pour the prepared dressing evenly over the salad ingredients in the large bowl.
About 1 min
- 9
Gently toss the salad using salad tongs or clean hands until all the vegetables are uniformly coated with the dressing.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: Toss just before serving to prevent the lettuce from wilting and becoming soggy.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 127.2kcal
- Protein
- 2.2g
- Carbs
- 8g
- Fat
- 10.5g
- Fibre
- 2.4g
- Sugar
- 3.9g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
This Salada Mista is incredibly versatile. It pairs wonderfully with grilled fish, roasted chicken, or any rich stew. For an added touch, consider crumbling some fresh goat cheese or a sprinkle of toasted nuts. A crisp Vinho Verde or a light rosé would be a delightful beverage pairing.
Store undressed salad components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator. Store the dressing in a separate airtight container.
This salad is best enjoyed fresh and cold; reheating is not recommended.
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