Mchuzi Wa Kachumbari (zanzibar Island Salad)
Mchuzi wa Kachumbari, also known as Zanzibar Island Salad, is a refreshing and flavorful salad from Tanzanian cuisine. This salad is a perfect combination of fresh vegetables and zesty dressing, making it a great side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, diced cucumber, and diced green bell pepper.
- Add the chopped cilantro and mint to the bowl.
- Pour the lime juice over the vegetables and herbs.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Gently toss the salad until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 0 minutes
- Total time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking method
- No cooking required
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 120 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 6g
Supplies
Large mixing bowl Sharp knife Cutting board
Tools
Refrigerator
Serving suggestions
Serve the Mchuzi wa Kachumbari as a side dish with grilled meats or seafood.
Tips & tricks
For an extra kick, add a finely chopped chili pepper to the salad for some heat.
Cost
$8