Spicy Brazilian Lettuce Salad with Lime-Chili Dressing

Ingredients

• 6 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup shredded Red cabbage
• 1 small, finely diced Jalapeño pepper
• 1/4 cup loosely packed Fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 1/8 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash and dry the romaine lettuce, then tear or chop into bite‑size pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.

2. 2

   Add the shredded red cabbage, diced jalapeño, and chopped cilantro to the bowl and toss gently to combine.

3. 3

   In a small bowl whisk together lime juice, olive oil, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper to form the dressing.

4. 4

   Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until all vegetables are evenly coated.

5. 5

   Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve immediately.