Fire and Iceberg Salad
Ignite your taste buds with the dynamic flavors of Fire and Iceberg Salad, a refreshing yet fiery addition to your table. This vibrant recipe combines crisp iceberg lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zesty red onion with the bold heat of diced jalapeño peppers. The salad is dressed in a smoky, tangy blend of smoked paprika, ground cumin, olive oil, fresh lime juice, and a touch of honey for balanced sweetness. Fresh cilantro adds a burst of herbal freshness, while crushed tortilla chips deliver a satisfying crunch. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy and flavorful salad is perfect for summer gatherings, spicy food enthusiasts, or anyone looking to elevate their salad game.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Iceberg lettuce
- 200 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1 whole Jalapeño pepper
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup Crushed tortilla chips
Instructions
Remove the outer leaves of the iceberg lettuce and chop it into bite-sized pieces. Rinse and pat dry with a paper towel. Place in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion. Add them to the bowl with the lettuce.
Carefully dice the jalapeño pepper, removing seeds for less heat if desired. Add the diced jalapeño to the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the smoked paprika, ground cumin, olive oil, fresh lime juice, honey, and salt to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Chop the fresh cilantro leaves and sprinkle them over the salad for a burst of freshness.
Just before serving, sprinkle the crushed tortilla chips on top to add a crunchy texture.
Serve immediately and enjoy the balance of cool, crisp flavors with a smoky, spicy kick.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
177 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.5 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.7 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 300 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.0 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g | ||
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 540 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
