Imagine a salad that transports your taste buds straight to the vibrant streets of Thailand, without ever leaving your kitchen! This Hearts of Romaine with Thai Yogurt Dressing is not just a salad—it's a culinary adventure that combines crisp, fresh lettuce with a creamy, zesty dressing that will make your mouth water. In just 15 minutes, you'll create a restaurant-quality dish that's both refreshing and packed with bold, exotic flavors that will impress even the most discerning food lovers.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 15 mins
Cuisine: Thai
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 hearts of romaine, chopped
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the romaine lettuce by washing the hearts thoroughly under cold running water. Pat dry with clean paper towels.
- Chop the romaine hearts into bite-sized pieces, ensuring uniform size for even dressing distribution. Place chopped lettuce in a large serving bowl.
- In a separate mixing bowl, combine plain yogurt, freshly squeezed lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes. Whisk all ingredients until smooth and well incorporated.
- Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if needed. The dressing should have a balanced profile of tangy, sweet, spicy, and savory notes.
- Pour the Thai yogurt dressing over the chopped romaine hearts, gently tossing to ensure even coating of all lettuce pieces.
- Let the salad sit for 2-3 minutes to allow flavors to meld together, which will enhance the overall taste profile.
- Serve immediately at room temperature, garnishing with additional red pepper flakes if desired for extra heat.
Tips
- Choose the freshest romaine hearts possible for maximum crunch and flavor.
- Use fresh lime juice instead of bottled for a brighter, more authentic taste.
- Let the dressing sit for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to fully develop and meld together.
- For extra heat, adjust the red pepper flakes to your personal spice tolerance.
- Consider using full-fat yogurt for a richer, creamier dressing texture.
- Chill your serving bowl beforehand to keep the salad crisp and cool.
- For a protein boost, consider adding grilled chicken or shrimp to transform this side dish into a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 63kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 8mg
