Best 7 Red Leaf Lettuce Watercress And Cucumber Salad With Buttermilk Dressing Recipes

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In this article, we present a refreshing and vibrant salad that combines the delicate flavors of red leaf lettuce, peppery watercress, and crisp cucumber, all complemented by a tangy buttermilk dressing. This salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect choice for health-conscious individuals. Additionally, we offer variations of this recipe to cater to different dietary preferences and flavor profiles. For those who prefer a vegan option, we provide a plant-based buttermilk dressing made with almond milk or coconut milk. For those who enjoy a spicy kick, we introduce a spicy buttermilk dressing made with chili flakes or cayenne pepper. Furthermore, we explore the versatility of this salad by suggesting additional ingredients that can be added to create unique and exciting flavor combinations.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CUCUMBER AND WATERCRESS SALAD



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Provided by Tyler Florence

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large cucumber, peeled and diced
1 bunch of watercress, trimmed
1/2 cup chopped parsley
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Splash of water
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the cucumber, watercress and parsley.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the honey, vinegar, water and season. Whisk in the extra-virgin olive oil. Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss to coat.

CUCUMBER WATERCRESS SALAD



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 English (European) seedless cucumber, diced
1 1/2 cups watercress leaves, the yield of a healthy bundle from the market
3 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons white vinegar
3 tablespoons cold water
3 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
Coarse salt

Steps:

  • Combine cucumbers and watercress in a large bowl. Whisk the honey, vinegar, and water together. Pour over salad and toss well to combine. Season with dill and salt and toss salad again.

RED-LEAF LETTUCE AND WATERCRESS SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING



Red-Leaf Lettuce and Watercress Salad with Buttermilk Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Dairy     Onion     Appetizer     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Mayonnaise     Watercress     Lettuce     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 garlic clove, minced and mashed to a paste with 1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon English-style dry mustard, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon or to taste, crumbled
1 large head red-leaf lettuce, rinsed, spun dry, and torn into pieces
1 bunch watercress, coarse stems discarded and sprigs rinsed and spun dry
1/2 small red onion, sliced thin

Steps:

  • In a small bowl whisk together buttermilk, mayonnaise, garlic paste, mustard, tarragon, and salt and pepper to taste until smooth. In a large bowl toss lettuce, watercress, and onion with dressing.

RED LEAF LETTUCE AND WATERCRESS SALAD W/ BUTTERMILK DRESSING



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Make and share this Red Leaf Lettuce and Watercress Salad W/ Buttermilk Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jenpalombi

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup well-shaken low-fat buttermilk
2 tablespoons low-fat sour cream
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
3/4 teaspoon finely chopped fresh tarragon or 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic, mashed to a paste with
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard (to taste)
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1 small red leaf lettuce, torn into pieces
1 bunch watercress, coarse stems discarded
1 cup thinly sliced seedless cucumber

Steps:

  • Make dressing:.
  • Whisk together all dressing ingredients in a small bowl with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Make salad:.
  • Soak onion in 1 cup cold water 10 minutes, then drain well in a sieve.
  • Toss lettuce, watercress, and cucumber together in a bowl and divide among 6 plates. Spoon dressing over, then sprinkle salads with onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43, Fat 1.8, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 3.4, Sodium 153.3, Carbohydrate 5.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 2.3, Protein 2

RED LEAF LETTUCE, WATERCRESS, AND CUCUMBER SALAD WITH BUTTERMILK DRESSING



Red Leaf Lettuce, Watercress, and Cucumber Salad with Buttermilk Dressing image

Categories     Salad     Dairy     Garlic     Mustard     Cucumber     Spring     Sour Cream     Watercress     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 12

For dressing
1/2 cup well-shaken low-fat buttermilk
2 tablespoons low-fat sour cream
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
3/4 teaspoon finely chopped fresh tarragon or 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic, mashed to a paste with 1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard, or to taste
For salad
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
1 small head red leaf lettuce (1/2 pound), torn into pieces
1 bunch watercress, coarse stems discarded
1 cup thinly sliced seedless cucumber (usually plastic-wrapped)

Steps:

  • Make dressing:
  • Whisk together all dressing ingredients in a small bowl with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Make salad:
  • Soak onion in 1 cup cold water 10 minutes, then drain well in a sieve.
  • Toss lettuce, watercress, and cucumber together in a bowl and divide among 6 plates. Spoon dressing over, then sprinkle salads with onion.

SIMPLE RED LEAF SALAD



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My daughter loves everything sour (vinegar and lemon in particular) so I made her this tart salad dressing with 2 types of vinegar and lemon juice. It goes great with red leaf lettuce or other mild salads. She will eat the whole bowl by herself.

Provided by barbara

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 head red leaf lettuce
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 stalk green onion, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon Dijon mustard, or more to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Wash red leaf lettuce, separate the leaves, and spin dry in a salad spinner. Tear leaves into bite-sized pieces and transfer to a salad bowl with bell pepper and scallion.
  • Combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, salt, mustard, and pepper in a resealable jar. Close and shake until well combined.
  • Drizzle as much dressing as desired over the salad and toss to combine. Store leftover dressing in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4 g, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 312.9 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

WATERCRESS AND CUCUMBER SALAD



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This refreshing Watercress and Cucumber Salad with a simple dressing is ready in 10 minutes. It makes for a delicious side dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 bunches watercress (12 ounces each), trimmed
1/2 English cucumber, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, and mustard; season with salt and pepper. Add watercress and cucumber; toss to combine. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g

Tips:

  • To save time, use a salad spinner to dry the lettuce, watercress, and cucumber.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • For a more flavorful dressing, use freshly squeezed lemon juice instead of bottled lemon juice.
  • If you like a spicy salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the dressing.
  • For a more substantial salad, add some cooked chicken, bacon, or shrimp.

Conclusion:

This Red Leaf Lettuce, Watercress, and Cucumber Salad with Buttermilk Dressing is a refreshing and healthy salad that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. The combination of red leaf lettuce, watercress, and cucumber is light and crisp, while the buttermilk dressing adds a tangy and creamy flavor. This salad is also very easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy salad, give this recipe a try!

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