Green Salad
A light, crunchy green salad with cucumber, lettuce, coriander, mint, and a simple lemon dressing. Fresh, clean flavors make it an easy Indian-style side for rich curries, pulao, or grilled snacks.
For 4 servings
- prep · ~8 min
Wash and prepare the vegetables.
1.Wash the lettuce well and tear it into bite-size pieces.2.Slice the cucumber thinly.3.Slice the green bell pepper and spring onion.4.Chop the coriander leaves and mint leaves. - mix · ~1 min
Make the dressing.
In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice, olive oil, black pepper, and salt until combined.
- assemble · ~2 min
Toss the salad.
Place the lettuce, cucumber, green bell pepper, spring onion, coriander leaves, and mint leaves in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the top and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- serve
Serve the salad right away.
What to keep in mind.
6 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Dry the lettuce thoroughly after washing so the lemon dressing clings instead of pooling at the bottom.
- 2Slice the cucumber and green bell pepper thin and even for a lighter, more restaurant-style crunch.
- 3Dress the salad just before serving; lemon and salt will quickly soften the lettuce and cucumber.
- 4Toss the herbs in at the end so the mint and coriander stay bright and don't bruise.
- 5If making ahead, prep all vegetables separately and store the dressing apart until serving time.
- 6Taste after tossing, not before—the cucumber and lettuce dilute seasoning, so the final salt balance matters.
Adapt it for your goals.
Chaat-style
Add a pinch of chaat masala and a few onion slices for a tangier, more street-style Indian salad profile.
low oilLow-oil
Skip the olive oil and use only lemon juice, salt, and pepper for an even lighter side dish.
spicySpicy
Mix in finely chopped green chilli or a pinch of red chilli powder for heat that pairs well with kebabs and tandoori dishes.
protein boostedProtein-boosted
Top with boiled chickpeas or paneer cubes to turn the salad into a more filling lunch or side.
Why this is on our healthy list.
Hydrating Fresh Vegetables
Cucumber and lettuce bring plenty of water-rich crunch, making this salad light and refreshing.
Herb-Rich Freshness
Mint and coriander add fresh flavor along with plant compounds that make the salad feel vibrant without heavy dressings.
Light Dressing
A simple lemon and olive oil dressing keeps the salad bright and satisfying without relying on creamy ingredients.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, but keep the chopped vegetables and dressing separate. Toss them together only right before serving so the leaves stay crisp.
