Detailed Salad with Three Creamy Dressings Recipe

Name: Detailed Salad with Three Creamy Dressings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Dressing of your choice (recipes follow); 1 medium head iceberg lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces, well chilled; 2 medium tomatoes, cut into bite-size pieces; 1 medium or 1/2 large seedless cucumber, thinly sliced or cut into chunks; 6 radishes, sliced; 2 celery ribs, sliced; 1/4 cup red onion slivers; 1 cup yogurt; 1/4 cup tahini; Juice of 1/2 lemon; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds; Kosher salt to taste; (makes about 1 1/4 cups); 1 cup mayonnaise; 1/2 cup picante sauce; Juice of 1/2 lime; Kosher salt to taste; (makes about 1 1/2 cups); 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/2 cup buttermilk; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 garlic clove, mashed into a paste; 2 tablespoons chopped mixed fresh herbs of your choicechives, parsley, cilantro, thyme, oregano (or 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning); 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; Kosher salt and black pepper to taste; (makes about 1 cup)

Servings: persons

Dressing of your choice (recipes follow)
1 medium head iceberg lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces, well chilled
2 medium tomatoes, cut into bite-size pieces
1 medium or 1/2 large seedless cucumber, thinly sliced or cut into chunks
6 radishes, sliced
2 celery ribs, sliced
1/4 cup red onion slivers
1 cup yogurt
1/4 cup tahini
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
Kosher salt to taste
(makes about 1 1/4 cups)
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup picante sauce
Juice of 1/2 lime
Kosher salt to taste
(makes about 1 1/2 cups)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, mashed into a paste
2 tablespoons chopped mixed fresh herbs of your choicechives, parsley, cilantro, thyme, oregano (or 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
(makes about 1 cup)

1
MAKE one of the following dressings.
2
Chill.
3
PLACE the lettuce in a large salad bowl and toss with the dressing.
4
SCATTER the tomatoes, cucumber, radishes, celery, and onion over the lettuce or arrange them separately in a composed design.
5
COMBINE all the ingredients in a small bowl.
6
Serve over the Detailed Salad.
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COMBINE all the ingredients in a small bowl.
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Serve over the Detailed Salad.
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COMBINE all the ingredients in a small bowl.
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Serve over the Detailed Salad.

928

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 26 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Dressing of your choice (recipes follow), 1 medium head iceberg lettuce, cut into bite-size pieces, well chilled, 2 medium tomatoes, cut into bite-size pieces, 1 medium or 1/2 large seedless cucumber, thinly sliced or cut into chunks, and more.

Yes, Detailed Salad with Three Creamy Dressings falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Detailed Salad with Three Creamy Dressings

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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