Salade Malienne (spiced Lamb And Couscous Salad)
Salade Malienne is a traditional dish from Mali, featuring spiced lamb and couscous in a refreshing salad. This flavorful and satisfying salad is perfect for a light and healthy meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lamb, cut into cubes
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cubed lamb with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
- Cook the couscous according to the package instructions and let it cool.
- In a large salad bowl, mix the cooked couscous, marinated lamb, red onion, red bell pepper, cucumber, mint, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve the Salade Malienne chilled or at room temperature.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Large salad bowl Small mixing bowl
Tools
Knife Cutting board Whisk
Serving suggestions
Serve the Salade Malienne with a side of crusty bread or alongside grilled vegetables for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the lamb marinade.
Cost
$20