Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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3
servings
0.33 cup

KRAFT Asian Toasted Sesame Dressing

1 tbsp

sweet chili sauce

1 tbsp

fresh lime juice

6 oz

OSCAR MAYER Selects Uncured Premium Beef Sausage

6 cup

Boston lettuce

torn

1 cup

English cucumbers

chopped

0.5 cup

red onions

slivered

0.5 cup

red pepper

thin strips

1 tbsp

fresh cilantro

chopped

1 tbsp

fresh mint

chopped

Step 1
~2 min

Combine Asian toasted sesame dressing, sweet chili sauce, and lime juice in a small bowl. Whisk until well blended.

Step 2
~2 min

Slice the beef sausage lengthwise in half.

Step 3
~2 min

Cut the halved sausage crosswise into thin slices.

Step 4
~2 min

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5
~2 min

Add the sausage slices to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, or until lightly browned, stirring occasionally.

Step 6
~2 min

While the sausage is cooking, prepare the salad by tossing the torn Boston lettuce, chopped English cucumbers, slivered red onions, thin red pepper strips, chopped fresh cilantro, and chopped fresh mint in a large bowl.

Key Technique: Tossing
Step 7
~2 min

Divide the salad mixture among three salad plates.

Step 8
~2 min

Top each salad with the cooked sausage slices.

Step 9
~2 min

Drizzle the dressing mixture evenly over each salad.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a sprinkle of sesame seeds for extra flavor and texture.

Adjust the amount of sweet chili sauce to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 mins

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Dressing can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a light lunch or dinner.

Pairs well with a side of rice.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring rolls
Edamame

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Asia

Cultural Significance

Reflects the fusion of Asian flavors in a Western-style salad.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Summer
Picnic

Popularity Score

65/100

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