Little Gem Salad with Spicy Sesame Dressing

1. Refresh

Submerge the torn Little Gem lettuce and roughly chopped cilantro in a bowl of ice-cold water. This crisps up the leaves, giving your salad a lively texture. After 5-10 minutes, drain the greens and spin them dry in a salad spinner.

2. Make Dressing

In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine sesame oil, avocado oil, rice vinegar and honey. Shake vigorously until the mixture becomes a homogenous dressing, achieving a lovely emulsion that will coat your greens evenly.

3. Dress the Salad

In a large bowl, gently mix the dried Little Gem lettuce, cilantro, Fresno chili, scallion greens, and the toasted sesame seeds. Season with a pinch of salt to bring out the natural flavors. Drizzle about a third of the dressing over the salad. Toss delicately to ensure each leaf is coated with the sesame dressing. Remember, the goal is to lightly dress, not drench. Give your salad a taste. If needed, add the remaining dressing or a touch more salt. It's all about finding that perfect balance for your palate. Plate the salad and top with crispy shallots.