Swazi Salad (Slaai)

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 0
Healthy and delicious Swazi salad recipe perfect for your lunch meal
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Prep

15 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 large avocado , cubed
1 head romaine lettuce , chopped
2 -3 cooked sliced beets ( or chopped )
2 -3 chopped radishes
1/4 cup crushed peanuts ( I like them roasted )
1 lemon , juiced
1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
salt & pepper
olive oil ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2-4
Calories
215
Sugar
4g
Fat
17g
Swazi Salad, also known as Slaai, is a traditional Swazi dish made from locally grown vegetables and fruits. This salad is a great way to incorporate a variety of fresh, colorful vegetables into your diet, providing a range of essential nutrients. The combination of beets, radishes, and avocado in this recipe creates a flavorful and satisfying salad, perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish to your favorite main course. The salad is dressed with a fresh and tangy lemon and ginger dressing, adding a burst of flavor to each bite.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix the chopped lettuce, radishes, and beets together.
2.In a small bowl, mix together the lemon juice, grated ginger, salt, and pepper.
3.Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until the vegetables are evenly coated.
4.Top the salad with the cubed avocado and crushed peanuts.
5.Drizzle olive oil over the salad (optional).

PROS

This salad is a great source of vitamins and minerals including vitamin C, vitamin K, and fiber.

The avocado and peanuts provide healthy fats that can help reduce inflammation and promote heart health.

CONS

Avocado and peanuts are high in calories and fat, so it’s important to be mindful of portion sizes when enjoying this salad.

Some people may also be allergic to peanuts or have difficulty digesting the fiber in beets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds in the vegetables and nuts used in this salad have been shown to reduce the risk of chronic illnesses including heart disease and certain cancers.
The ginger in the dressing may also have anti-inflammatory and digestive benefits.

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