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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

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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.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Cassava Leaf Salad?

As written, 35 minutes: 15 of prep and 20 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 2 (20 minutes): "Add 1 lb thawed ground cassava leaves and boil for 20 minutes until tender, then drain thoroughly."

How do I know when Cassava Leaf Salad is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 5: cook until well coated and serve warm.

How hot is Cassava Leaf Salad?

Yes, it is properly hot. The heat in Cassava Leaf Salad comes from 1 tsp habanero pepper, minced. For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the habanero, or use half; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Is Cassava Leaf Salad low-carb?

A serving of Cassava Leaf Salad carries 16 g of carbohydrate, 5 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 80 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 16 percent.

Does Cassava Leaf Salad contain peanuts?

Yes: 1/4 cup unsweetened peanut butter. The full allergen list for this entry is peanuts. Where the peanuts are a garnish, toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds give the same crunch. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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