Mixed Vegetable Salad with Lime Dressing
Sep 18, 2023
Ingredients
- ¼ cup canola oil
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 ½ tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (steamed: sliced small red potatoes, carrots or beets, green beans, peas; raw: sliced radishes, cucumbers or tomatoes)
- 6 leaves romaine or leaf lettuce
- 1 small bunch watercress, large stems removed
- 1 hard-boiled large egg, sliced
- 1 thick slice red onion, broken into rings
- Crumbled Mexican queso fresco, feta or farmer’s cheese for garnish
Directions
- Whisk canola and olive oils, lime juice, cilantro, salt and pepper in a medium bowl until thoroughly blended. Add mixed vegetables and toss to coat.
- Line a large serving platter with lettuce. Scoop the dressed vegetables onto the platter. Surround with watercress and top with egg, onion and cheese, if desired.
