Malawian-inspired Chef Salad

Ingredients

In this Malawian-inspired version of the Chef Salad, we incorporate local Malawian ingredients and flavors to give it an authentic twist. The dressing is infused with traditional Malawian spices, adding a unique and vibrant taste to the salad. Additionally, we use locally sourced ingredients such as avocados and grilled chicken, which are commonly found in Malawian cuisine. We alse have the original recipe for Chef Salad, so you can check it out.

• 4 cups (240g) lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces 4 cups (240g) lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces
• 2 medium tomatoes, diced 2 medium tomatoes, diced
• 1 cucumber, sliced 1 cucumber, sliced
• 1 avocado, sliced 1 avocado, sliced
• 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
• 4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced 4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste

Nutrition

• Calories: 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat: 18g (Saturated Fat: 4g)
• Carbohydrates: 12g (Sugar: 6g)
• Protein: 28g
• Fiber: 6g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large bowl, combine the lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, grilled chicken, and hard-boiled eggs.
2. 2.
   In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, honey, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
3. 3.
   Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
4. 4.
   Serve immediately and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Avocado — Choose ripe avocados that yield to gentle pressure when squeezed. To prevent browning, toss the avocado slices in lemon juice before adding them to the salad.

Tips & Tricks

• For a vegetarian version, substitute grilled chicken with grilled tofu or chickpeas.
• Add a handful of toasted peanuts or cashews for an extra crunch.
• Customize the dressing by adding a pinch of chili powder for a spicy kick.
• Serve the salad chilled for a refreshing experience.
• Experiment with different types of lettuce, such as romaine or butterhead, for added variety.

Serving advice

Serve the Malawian-inspired Chef Salad as a light lunch or dinner. It can also be a great side dish for grilled meats or fish. Pair it with a slice of crusty bread or a bowl of rice for a more substantial meal.

Presentation advice

Arrange the salad ingredients in a visually appealing manner, layering the lettuce at the bottom and placing the sliced avocado, tomatoes, cucumber, grilled chicken, and hard-boiled eggs on top. Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving to maintain its freshness.