Spicy Minted Nut Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Spicy Minted Nut Salad, a refreshing fusion of crisp greens, fragrant mint, and crunchy roasted nuts, all tossed in a zesty lime and chili dressing. Perfect for busy weeknights or crowd-pleasing dinner parties, this salad offers a tantalizing balance of flavors—cool and herby with a spicy kick. Garnished with thinly sliced cucumber and red onion for added texture and freshness, each bite brings a satisfying crunch and a delightful burst of citrusy heat. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick, no-cook recipe is not only healthy but also incredibly easy to customize with your favorite mixed nuts or a drizzle of honey or maple syrup for sweetness. Serve it as a stand-alone appetizer, a light side dish, or a refreshing complement to grilled meats. Experience the perfect combination of spice, nuttiness, and freshness with this crowd-pleasing salad that's as delicious as it is nutritious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, lettuce)
- 0.5 cups fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cups roasted mixed nuts (e.g., almonds, cashews, walnuts)
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cups red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
Wash and dry the mixed salad greens and fresh mint leaves thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Add the thinly sliced cucumber and red onion to the bowl with the greens.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lime juice, honey (or maple syrup), red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure the greens are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the roasted mixed nuts over the salad for added crunch.
Garnish with additional mint leaves if desired for extra freshness.
Serve immediately as a light and refreshing dish with a spicy twist.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
919 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.0 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.6 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1477 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.5 g | ||
| Protein | 21.4 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 587 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 2105 mg | 45% | |
*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.
