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Minted Green Salad

Peer reviewed by UK recipe editorsAuthored by UK recipe editorsOriginally published 16 Jan 2026

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This vibrant minted green salad is a celebration of crisp textures and refreshing flavours. By combining soft butterhead lettuce with crunchy romaine and cooling cucumber, it creates a wonderful base for the fragrant punch of fresh mint leaves. The addition of shaved carrot ribbons adds a lovely splash of colour and a delicate natural sweetness that balances the zesty dressing perfectly.

As a versatile vegan side dish, this recipe is ideal for serving alongside grilled vegetables, plant-based burgers, or as a light accompaniment to a summer Sunday roast. It is incredibly simple to prepare, making it a reliable choice for mid-week meals or garden gatherings. The light dressing of extra-virgin olive oil and red-wine vinegar keeps the salad bright and heart-healthy without masking the seasonal ingredients.

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Ingredients for Minted Green Salad

  • 2 carrots

  • 3 Kirby cucumbers, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise

  • 2 heads Boston lettuce (675g), torn into bite-size pieces

  • 1 heart of cos, torn into bite-size pieces

  • 1 1/2 cups packed small mint leaves

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt or kosher salt

  • 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar

How to make Minted Green Salad

Halve carrots crosswise, then shave into wide ribbons using a vegetable peeler. Toss with cucumbers, lettuces, mint, and oil in a large bowl.

Sprinkle with sea salt and toss, then sprinkle with vinegar and toss again.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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The information on this page is peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.

  • 16 Jan 2026 | Originally published

    Authored by:

    UK recipe editors

    Peer reviewed by

    UK recipe editors
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