Flamin Hot Cheeto salad diy
Flamin Hot Cheeto salad diy is a easy American recipe that serves 2. 250 calories per serving. Recipe by The freestyle God on YouTube.
Prep: 10 min | Cook: 5 min | Total: 20 min
Cost: $3.44 total, $1.72 per serving
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed Salad Greens (washed and thoroughly dried)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (extra‑virgin, good quality)
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha Hot Chili Sauce (adjust amount for desired heat)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt (kosher or sea salt)
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoons Toasted Almonds (roughly chopped; can use peanuts or cashews)
- 1 tablespoon Whiskey (high‑proof spirit for flambé; optional substitute rum or brandy)
Instructions
Prepare the Greens
Place the washed and dried mixed salad greens into a large mixing bowl.
Time: PT5M
Make the Spicy Dressing
In a small bowl whisk together olive oil, sriracha, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Time: PT2M
Toss the Salad
Pour the dressing over the greens and toss gently with the wooden spoon until evenly coated.
Time: PT2M
Add Crunchy Nuts
Scatter the chopped toasted almonds over the tossed salad and give a quick toss to distribute.
Time: PT1M
Flambé the Salad
Heat the small skillet over medium‑high heat for about 30 seconds, add the whiskey, and carefully ignite with a long lighter. Once the flame subsides, quickly drizzle the hot oil and sauce mixture from the skillet over the salad.
Time: PT3M
Temperature: High heat
Serve Immediately
Transfer the flaming hot salad to serving plates and enjoy while still warm and aromatic.
Time: PT1M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 5g
- Carbohydrates
- 12g
- Fat
- 20g
- Fiber
- 4g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Gluten‑Free
Allergens: Tree nuts (almonds), Alcohol
Last updated: April 20, 2026






