Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSanjusanGem Lettuce Salad Recipe

Gem Lettuce Salad Recipe

Inspired by Sanjusan
Time15m
Serves4

WATERCRESS, SHERRY & GINGER, ALEPPO (GF, V)

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Greens

    Wash the gem lettuce and watercress thoroughly under cold water. Pat dry and tear the gem lettuce into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Make the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together the sherry vinegar, grated ginger, olive oil, Aleppo pepper, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

  3. 3

    Combine the Salad

    In a large salad bowl, combine the torn gem lettuce and watercress. Drizzle the dressing over the top and toss gently to combine.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls and enjoy immediately.

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