Dive into the vibrant culinary world of Benin and discover the tantalizing flavors of their vegetable salad. This delightful dish, known as "salade de legumes," is a symphony of fresh, crunchy vegetables, aromatic herbs, and tangy dressing that will awaken your taste buds. Experience the perfect harmony of textures and flavors as you explore the various ways to prepare this refreshing salad, incorporating local ingredients and traditional cooking techniques. Whether you're looking for a light and healthy lunch option, a refreshing side dish, or a nutritious snack, the Benin-style vegetable salad is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MIDDLE EASTERN VEGETABLE SALAD
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place the scallions, tomatoes, cucumber, chickpeas, parsley, mint, and basil in a large salad bowl and toss to combine.
- In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the lemon juice, garlic, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Slowly whisk in the olive oil to make an emulsion. Pour the dressing over the salad, tossing gently to coat all the vegetables. Add the feta, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss gently. Serve the salad with the toasted pita bread.
BENIN STYLE VEGETABLE SALAD
Traditional Benin meals are not served in courses. Some families borrow a French custom and start meals with a plate of crudités--to add color to the meal. This recipe reflects this tradition.
Provided by Member 610488
Categories Cauliflower
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- To prepare salad, place potatoes in a medium saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes or until tender. Drain; rinse with cold water. Drain. Place potatoes in a large bowl.
- Bring 4 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan; add cauliflower and broccoli. Cook 1 minute or until crisp-tender. Drain; rinse with cold water. Drain. Add cauliflower mixture to potatoes.
- Using a vegetable peeler, scrape carrots from tip to stem to make long ribbons. Add carrot to potato mixture, tossing gently to combine.
- Leave root and 1-inch stem on beets; scrub with a brush. Place in a medium saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 25 minutes or until tender. Drain; rinse with cold water. Drain; cool. Trim off beet roots; rub off skins. Cut beets into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Arrange lettuce and cabbage leaves alternately on a large platter.
- To prepare vinaigrette, combine thyme and next 5 ingredients (thyme through 1/8 teaspoon black pepper), stirring with a whisk. Add oil, stirring well to combine; drizzle vinaigrette over lettuce. Spoon potato mixture over lettuce; top with beets.
- To prepare dipping sauce, place chiles in a spice or coffee grinder; process until finely ground. Place 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground chile in a medium bowl (reserve remaining ground chile for another use). Add cocktail sauce and remaining ingredients, stirring well to combine. Serve with vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.7, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 2.6, Sodium 217.8, Carbohydrate 19.2, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 6.5, Protein 4.7
BEAN AND VEGETABLE SALAD
"This medley of beans won the enthusiastic approval of my husband, who says he'll eat low-fat, low-cholesterol food only if ti tastes really good," relates Bonnie McKinsey from Greenville, South Carolina. "The peas and corn add crunch and color."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the vinegar, oil, garlic, salt and pepper until blended. Pour over bean mixture; toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 358mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MEXICAN-STYLE VEGETABLE SALAD
I love beans, rice, and calabacitas as much as the next person, but sometimes you want something lighter. This is perfect.
Provided by JeriBinNC
Categories Vegetable
Time 12m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cut the tomatoes vertically into 8 to 12 wedges each, depending on their size (or simply chop). Thaw the frozen corn in a colander. Slice the onion as thinly as possible. Seed the cucumbers and slice into 1/8-inch-thick slices.
- To make the dressing, crush the garlic into a paste on a cutting board with the side of a chef's knife, or use a mortar and pestle. Combine the garlic, minced chiles, chipotle puree, and cilantro with the lime juice.
- Place all the vegetables in a large bowl. Just before serving, drizzle the dressing over the top and stir gently to mix. Top with roasted pepper strips.
- ** Look for chipotle chilies canned in adobo sauce. Puree the whole can and store in a jar in the refrigerator. They keep quite a while and are perfect for jazzing up all manner of foods. Use sparingly, though -- it's hot!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.6, Fat 1.3, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 18.8, Carbohydrate 35.7, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 9.6, Protein 5.9
ARUGULA SALAD WITH PARMESAN
Emulsifying a dressing isn't essential for a sublime salad: Instead, think of the oil and acid as seasonings for a vegetable. For this recipe, that's spicy arugula, dressed with olive oil, lemon and shards of Parmesan to create a salad classic in many Italian restaurants and homes. But whether olive oil or lemon should come first, like all seemingly simple questions, is complicated. James Beard, Marcella Hazan, Deborah Madison and Judy Rodgers all concurred: For a brighter-tasting salad, start with olive oil, which better adheres the liquids to the greens and doesn't obscure the lemon. Be sure to use full-flavored greens, then taste the dressed leaves and adjust seasonings until the arugula tastes like its greatest self.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories easy, salads and dressings, side dish
Time 5m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place the arugula in a very large bowl, ideally one that could hold twice as many leaves. Drizzle over the olive oil and use your hands to toss lightly, then add the lemon juice and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Lightly toss the greens until they are evenly glossy; avoid overmixing or crushing the greens.
- Add the Parmesan and toss just to incorporate. Taste. If the salad is too sharp, add another drop of oil and toss. If the salad is dull, add a sprinkle of salt and some lemon juice and toss. Eat right away.
LENTIL & ROASTED VEGETABLE SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: butternut squash, brussels sprouts, red onion, olive oil, salt, pepper, green lentil, water, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, salt, pepper
Provided by Rachel Gaewski
Categories Lunch
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Add butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and red onion to to a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Season with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and use hands to mix until seasoning is fully distributed.
- Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- In a medium saucepan, add lentils and water, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to a simmer and cover for 20-25 minutes or until lentils are tender. Drain excess water if necessary.
- When vegetables are finished roasting, transfer to a mixing bowl and add lentils.
- For the dressing, combine balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and pepper in liquid measuring cup and whisk until combined.
- Pour dressing over lentils and vegetables and toss until fully coated.
- Transfer lentil salad to two containers and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 600 calories, Carbohydrate 109 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 19 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 20 grams
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling.
- Use fresh ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your salad will taste. If possible, buy your vegetables from a local farmer's market or organic grocery store.
- Cut your vegetables evenly: This will help them cook evenly and look more appealing in your salad.
- Don't overcook your vegetables: Overcooked vegetables are mushy and bland. Cook them just until they are tender-crisp.
- Use a light dressing: A heavy dressing will overpower the delicate flavors of the vegetables. A simple vinaigrette or lemon-tahini dressing is a good choice.
- Season your salad to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. Start with a small amount and add more until you reach the desired flavor.
- Serve your salad immediately: Salads are best served fresh. If you need to make it ahead of time, store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.
Conclusion:
Benin-style vegetable salad is a delicious and healthy side dish or main course. It is made with a variety of fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices. The salad is light and refreshing, with a slightly tangy flavor. It is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
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