Lamb’s lettuce recipe with tomatoes and mozzarella: fresh and nutty

This lamb’s lettuce recipe is light, quick and delicious. Fresh tomatoes, creamy buffalo mozzarella and a nutty dressing make the salad a real favorite. Perfect as a lunch, side dish or light dinner.

Ingredients for the lamb’s lettuce recipe

The list of ingredients is short. Nevertheless, the combination of these seemingly simple foods is really delicious.

Lettuce:

• 100 g lamb’s lettuce, well washed and dry
• 200 g small tomatoes, quartered
• 1 ball of buffalo mozzarella (125 g), pulled
• 1 handful of basil
• 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds
• 1 tbsp sunflower seeds

dressing

• 6 tbsp olive oil,
• 3 tbsp raspberry vinegar,
• 2 tsp honey
• 2 tsp mustard (Dijon or other mild mustard)
• Salt, pepper
• To serve: 1-2 tsp pumpkin seed oil

preparation

The salad is prepared in about 15 minutes.

1. Wash the lamb’s lettuce, spin dry and place in a large bowl.
2. Roast the seeds in a pan without fat for 2-3 minutes, then let them cool.
3. For the dressing, mix oil, vinegar, honey, mustard, salt and pepper.
4. Briefly prepare the tomatoes, mozzarella and basil.
5. Mix everything with the dressing, sprinkle over the seeds and refine with pumpkin seed oil.

What makes lamb’s lettuce special?

Lamb’s lettuce is mild, slightly nutty and stays nice and crunchy. It is also called bird salad or nut salad. In winter it is particularly fresh and aromatic.

Why buffalo mozzarella?

Buffalo mozzarella tastes full and creamy. It goes wonderfully with fresh tomatoes and brings a piece of Italian lifestyle to the table.

The little secret: pumpkin seed oil

Pumpkin seed oil provides flavor and color. It gives the salad a subtle nutty note and makes it particularly aromatic.

Tips for the lamb’s lettuce recipe

• Dry the lettuce well, otherwise it will quickly become limp.
• It’s best to pick mozzarella, not cut it.
• Always roast the seeds fresh.
• Add the dressing just before serving.

Variants

• The salad becomes fruitier with pear, orange or pomegranate.
• It becomes heartier with bacon or prosciutto.
• It becomes more filling with spelled, couscous or croutons.
• Add pine nuts or walnuts for extra crunch.

Shopping tip

You can find all the ingredients in the supermarket or organic market. Mozzarella di Bufala and good pumpkin seed oil are also available online. Make sure that you buy small bottles of pumpkin seed oil, which will be used up quickly. It doesn’t go bad, but the taste wears off quite quickly.

Lamb’s lettuce recipe – FAQ’s

How long does lamb’s lettuce last? It’s best to eat straight away. It will last 1-2 days in the fridge.
Should you wash lamb’s lettuce? Yes, thoroughly – it is often a bit sandy.
Can I use olive oil instead of pumpkin seed oil? Yes, the taste will be milder.

Conclusion

This lamb’s lettuce recipe is simple, fresh and always a pleasure. Try it out and find your favorite variant – whether fruity, savory or nutty. Write to me or leave a comment with your photos. I look forward to your reactions and ideas.

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