This Green Fig or Green Bananas salad is similar to a potato salad . One bite and I can see why St. Lucians are so proud of this amazing salad recipe. The unusual mix of green bananas and salt cod will leave you craving this dish time after time.
Provided by Cynthia Burke-Hynes
Categories Other Salads
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Prepare salt cod by simmering in water for 1/2 hour, drain salty water, add fresh water, and repeat 2 more times. After final simmer, drain and using a fork or your hands, break cod into small shredded bits.
- 2. The green cooking bananas will be very firm and difficult to peel. If there is a sap, do not get on clothing as it will stain, add vegetable oil to hands for easy handling. Trim off stem from both ends and run a knife down the full length of banana the depth of the peel. Cover with salted water and bring to a boil for 10 to 15 minutes, the cut you made will open up and allow for easy removal of the peel. The water will discolour while boiling, this is natural. Allow Bananas to cool, remove and chop into 1" pieces similar to potato salad.
- 3. Dice the bell peppers, chop scallions and parsley. Place a nonstick frying pan on a medium heat with the olive oil and add scallions, garlic, cod bits, green peppers and pepper. A HOT pepper may be added if you like the added heat. Turn down heat to med low and saute to bring out the natural flavours of these ingredients. Allow to cool.
- 4. In a large bowl place the diced (cooked and cooled) bananas, then top with the flavored ingredients (whiched should be cooled) and add mayonnaise. Taste to check for saltiness and adjust if necessary. Give it a good mix and Chill in refrigerator to allow flavours to get happy.
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Caroline King
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of figs, but I really enjoyed this salad. The green banana and feta cheese balanced out the sweetness of the figs perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
Nafees Satti
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! I'm so glad I found this recipe.
Chinweoke Ebenezer
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and summery. I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's also really easy to make, which is a bonus. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.
Anthoney Christopher Walker Jr
[email protected]I wasn't too sure about the green banana in this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. It added a nice crunch and sweetness to the salad. The dressing was also really good. I'll definitely be making this again.
S Espo
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up unripe bananas. I usually just throw them away, but now I have a new use for them! The salad is also very versatile. I've added grilled chicken, shrimp, and even tempeh to it before. Always turns out great.
Gail Black
[email protected]I was skeptical about the green banana in this salad, but it was actually really good. It added a nice crunch and sweetness. The dressing was also really tasty. I will definitely be making this again.
boqorka jacelka
[email protected]This salad is amazing! The flavors are so well balanced and the textures are perfect. I will definitely be making this again and again.
binita pun
[email protected]My family loved this salad! The combination of sweet and salty was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Waga Poita
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the pop of color from the green figs. It's the perfect salad for a summer barbecue or potluck.
Birungi Britah
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of figs, but I really enjoyed this salad. The green banana and feta cheese balanced out the sweetness of the figs perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
Lix Alvarado
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! I'm so glad I found this recipe.
Mustafa Tahir
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and summery. I love the combination of flavors and textures. It's also really easy to make, which is a bonus. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.
Simya Hall
[email protected]I wasn't too sure about the green banana in this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised. It added a nice crunch and sweetness to the salad. The dressing was also really good. I'll definitely be making this again.
Elijah Hughes
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up unripe bananas. I usually just throw them away, but now I have a new use for them! The salad is also very versatile. I've added grilled chicken, shrimp, and even tempeh to it before. Always turns out great.
HA Haider Ali
[email protected]I decided to try this recipe because I had some green figs that I wasn't sure what to do with. The salad was really tasty and I loved the contrast between the sweet figs and the sour dressing. Will definitely be making this again!
Sarfraz 7582
[email protected]I've made this Green Fig Salad with Green Banana several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The combination of sweet figs, crunchy bananas, salty feta, and tangy dressing is irresistible. Highly recommend!