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Cassava Leaf Salad

Tender simmered cassava leaves tossed with a bright lemon groundnut dressing, diced red onion, and fresh tomatoes. A fragrant and hearty West African salad.

35 minMediumServes 4220 cal/serving

Sierra LeoneanSaladStovetopVeganVegetarianHigh FiberStandardLow CarbHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeDairy-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground cassava leaves, thawed
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp red palm oil
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1 tsp habanero pepper, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring 4 cups of salted water to a boil in a large pot.

  2. 2

    Add 1 lb thawed ground cassava leaves and boil for 20 minutes until tender, then drain thoroughly.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup unsweetened peanut butter, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp red palm oil, and 1 tsp salt.

  4. 4

    Add drained 1 lb thawed ground cassava leaves, 1/2 cup diced red onion, 1 tsp minced habanero pepper, and 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes to the bowl.

  5. 5

    Toss everything together until well coated and serve warm.

Questions

How long does Cassava Leaf Salad keep?

Dressed, it is best the day it is made. Keep the components separate and refrigerated and they hold about two days; dress just before serving.

Can I halve or double Cassava Leaf Salad?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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