Salade Côte Cap Verte Adapted to Dominican Republic Cuisine

Ingredients

While the original Salade Côte Cap Verte from Senegalese cuisine primarily focuses on local ingredients such as baobab leaves and sorrel, the adapted version for Dominican Republic cuisine incorporates tropical fruits like mango and pineapple, which are abundant in the region. Additionally, the dressing is modified to include flavors commonly found in Dominican Republic cuisine, such as lime juice and cilantro. We alse have the original recipe for Salade Côte Cap Verte, so you can check it out.

• 2 cups (300g) mixed salad greens 2 cups (300g) mixed salad greens
• 1 cup (150g) diced mango 1 cup (150g) diced mango
• 1 cup (150g) diced pineapple 1 cup (150g) diced pineapple
• 1 cup (150g) diced cucumber 1 cup (150g) diced cucumber
• 1 cup (150g) diced tomato 1 cup (150g) diced tomato
• 1/2 cup (75g) diced red bell pepper 1/2 cup (75g) diced red bell pepper
• 1/2 cup (75g) diced red onion 1/2 cup (75g) diced red onion
• 1/4 cup (15g) chopped fresh cilantro 1/4 cup (15g) chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup (60ml) lime juice 1/4 cup (60ml) lime juice
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
• 1 teaspoon (5g) honey 1 teaspoon (5g) honey
• 1/2 teaspoon (2g) ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon (2g) ground cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 150 kcal / 628 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 7g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 22g, 15g
• Protein: 2g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, mango, pineapple, cucumber, tomato, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
2. 2.
   In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, ground cumin, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
3. 3.
   Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
4. 4.
   Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing flavors of this Tropical Delight Salad.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Mango — Choose ripe mangoes for the best flavor and sweetness. Peel and dice the mango carefully, discarding the pit.
• Pineapple — Use fresh pineapple for optimal taste. Remove the tough outer skin and core before dicing.
• Cilantro — Rinse the cilantro thoroughly and chop the leaves finely for a burst of fresh flavor in the salad.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of heat, add a finely chopped jalapeno pepper to the salad.
• Feel free to customize the salad by adding other tropical fruits like papaya or passion fruit.
• If you prefer a sweeter dressing, increase the amount of honey in the recipe.
• Serve the salad chilled for a refreshing experience.
• Garnish the salad with toasted coconut flakes for added texture and flavor.

Serving advice

Serve the Tropical Delight Salad as a light and refreshing appetizer or as a side dish to complement grilled seafood or roasted chicken. It pairs well with a glass of chilled white wine or a tropical fruit smoothie.

Presentation advice

Arrange the salad on a large platter, allowing the vibrant colors of the ingredients to shine through. Garnish with a sprig of fresh cilantro and a wedge of lime for an appealing presentation.