Island Conch Salad (Salade de Lambi des Îles)
Salade de Lambi des Îles, or Island Conch Salad, is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is popular in British Virgin Islands cuisine. This salad is made with fresh conch, vegetables, and citrus juices, creating a light and zesty appetizer or light meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh conch, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 cucumber, peeled and diced
- 2-3 scotch bonnet peppers, finely chopped
- 1 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the diced conch, bell peppers, onion, tomatoes, and cucumber.
- Add the chopped scotch bonnet peppers for a spicy kick.
- Pour the lime and orange juices over the mixture and toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 0 minutes
- Total time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking method
- No cooking required
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 120 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Protein
- 15g
- Fat
- 3g
Supplies
Large mixing bowl Sharp knife Cutting board
Tools
Citrus juicer Vegetable peeler
Serving suggestions
Serve the Island Conch Salad chilled, garnished with fresh herbs and a side of crispy plantain chips.
Tips & tricks
For a milder flavor, remove the seeds and membranes from the scotch bonnet peppers before chopping.
Cost
$25