Green Fig Salad

Name: Green Fig Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients: 6 unripe green bananas, chopped; 1/2 lb salted codfish, flaked; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced; 1/4 cup red onion, diced; 1 tbsp fresh lime juice; 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

A classic Caribbean salad made from boiled green bananas tossed with salt cod, crisp vegetables, and a creamy lime dressing.

40 minEasyServes 6220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 unripe green bananas, chopped
1/2 lb salted codfish, flaked
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup red onion, diced
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

1

Boil 6 chopped unripe green bananas in salted water for 15 minutes until tender, then drain and cool.
2

Boil 1/2 lb flaked salted codfish in water for 10 minutes until cooked through to an internal temperature of 145F, then drain.
3

In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp fresh lime juice, and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper.
4

Add 6 chopped unripe green bananas, 1/2 lb flaked salted codfish, 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, and 1/4 cup diced red onion to the bowl.
5

Toss gently until well combined and chill before serving.

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Questions

How long does Green Fig Salad take?

As written, 40 minutes: 20 of prep and 20 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 1 (15 minutes): "Boil 6 chopped unripe green bananas in salted water for 15 minutes until tender, then drain and cool."

What internal temperature should Green Fig Salad reach?

For Green Fig Salad, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Does Green Fig Salad contain eggs?

Yes: 1/2 cup mayonnaise. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs and fish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Green Fig Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 220 calories, with 8 g protein, 28 g carbohydrate and 9 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 480 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Green Fig Salad keep?

Dressed, it is best the day it is made, so keep the dressing apart and toss Green Fig Salad just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. It does not freeze.

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