Introducing a vibrant and refreshing Boston-Red Lettuce Salad with Radishes that celebrates the crispness and flavours of spring and summer. This recipe combines the delicate and tender leaves of Boston lettuce with the slightly bitter and robust red lettuce, creating a dynamic base for a medley of fresh and crunchy vegetables. With the addition of thinly sliced radishes and green onions, this salad offers a delightful balance of textures and a burst of refreshing flavours. Whether enjoyed as a light lunch, a side dish, or a complement to your favourite main course, this salad is sure to impress with its vibrant colours, crisp textures, and vibrant flavours.

Ingredients

• 1 head of Boston lettuce
• 1 head of red lettuce
• 1 radish bunch
• 4-5 green onions
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• salt to taste
• one of the following based on your preference:
  • 3 Tbsp lemon juice – provides a bright and citrusy flavour
  • 2-3 Tbsp apple cider vinegar + a pinch of sugar – offers a tangy and slightly sweet taste 
  • 2-3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar – has a rich, sweet, and slightly tangy taste

Note that you can also add other ingredients like cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, or crumbled feta cheese to customize the salad to your liking. 

Directions

Wash the Boston lettuce and red lettuce thoroughly. Tear or cut the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.

Slice the green onions and radishes and add them to the bowl.

You can prepare the dressing by whisking together in a small bowl the lemon juice or vinegar, olive oil, and salt. Or, you can just drizzle the oil and lemon juice or vinegar directly over the salad and sprinkle the salt. 

Toss gently to coat all the ingredients.

Serve your refreshing Boston-red lettuce salad immediately and enjoy!

Feel free to adjust the quantities of the ingredients and the dressing according to your taste preferences. You can also add other ingredients like cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, or crumbled cheese to customize the salad to your liking.