How to Make a Refreshing Mint Chutney Dressing Salad

Mint chutney dressing salad is a vibrant and flavorful salad that is perfect for a light lunch or a side dish at a barbecue. The fresh mint and cilantro, combined with the tangy lime juice and spicy ginger, create a dressing that is both refreshing and satisfying. This salad is also incredibly versatile, and can be made with any combination of your favorite vegetables.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the dressing:

• 1 cup packed fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 1 small green chili, seeded and roughly chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• 1/4 cup water, or as needed

For the salad:

• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup chopped cucumber
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Gather Your Tools

• A blender or food processor
• A large bowl
• A small bowl (for mixing the dressing)
• A knife
• A chopping board

Mint Chutney Dressing Ingredients

Let’s Make the Dressing

1. Combine the ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine the mint leaves, cilantro leaves, lime juice, ginger, green chili, salt, and water.
2. Blend until smooth: Blend the mixture until it forms a smooth paste, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed.
3. Adjust consistency: If the dressing is too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time until you reach your desired consistency.

Assemble Your Salad

1. Prepare the vegetables: Rinse and chop your salad greens, cucumber, red onion, and tomatoes.
2. Toss the salad: In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cucumber, red onion, and tomatoes.
3. Dress and serve: Drizzle the desired amount of mint chutney dressing over the salad and toss to coat. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

Mint Chutney Dressing Salad

Tips for a Delicious Salad

• Taste as you go: Taste the dressing before adding it to your salad and adjust the seasonings to your liking. You can add more salt, lime juice, or green chili depending on your preference.
• Get creative with toppings: Don’t be afraid to experiment with other toppings for your salad! Roasted chickpeas, crumbled feta cheese, toasted nuts, or grilled chicken or shrimp would all be delicious additions.
• Storage: Store any leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

This mint chutney dressing salad is a light and refreshing meal that is perfect for any occasion. It’s easy to make, full of flavor, and sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Have you tried making your own salad dressings before? What are your favorite salad combinations? Let us know in the comments below!