OKRA SALAD WITH TOASTED CUMIN
Even avowed okra-phobes love this salad, which is seasoned with a warm and earthy Moroccan spice blend. The okra cooks for only 2 minutes in salted water, and the resulting flavor and texture are somewhat reminiscent of asparagus. The salad tastes best at room temperature.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, lunch, quick, salads and dressings, vegetables, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Make the dressing: Put cumin, coriander and caraway seeds in a small dry skillet over medium-high heat. Shake pan and toast seeds until fragrant and lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Let seeds cool, then grind to a coarse powder in a mortar or electric spice mill. Transfer to a small bowl and add paprika and cayenne. Whisk in olive oil, lemon juice and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bring a large saucepan of well-salted water to a boil. Add okra and cook for 2 minutes, until firm-tender. Drain and rinse with cool water, then blot with a kitchen towel. Set aside.
- To serve, place okra in a serving bowl. Season lightly with salt and toss with dressing. (Leave to marinate for up to 1 hour if desired.) Garnish with olives, chopped cilantro and some cilantro sprigs.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 124, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 300 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
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Robin Smith
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover okra. I usually add a bit of chopped bacon or crumbled feta cheese for extra flavor.
adebukola Anthonia
[email protected]I've made this salad several times and it's always a winner. I especially like the addition of fresh herbs, which really brighten up the flavor.
Jose Ortiz
[email protected]This is a delicious and easy salad that's perfect for summer. I love the combination of okra, tomatoes, and onions.
mandi throo31
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.
Liqhame Popolo
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also very refreshing and flavorful.
Declan Tracey
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of okra, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the okra is cooked perfectly.
Christian Martinez
[email protected]This is a great recipe for using up okra from the garden. I especially like the addition of toasted cumin, which gives the salad a nice smoky flavor.
Omar Ebrahem
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so easy to make and always a hit at parties. I usually double the recipe because it goes so quickly.
Arian Hamraz
[email protected]This is a delicious salad that's perfect for a hot summer day. The okra is cooked perfectly and the dressing is light and refreshing.
Kehkashan Shehzad
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of okra, but I really liked this salad. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the okra is cooked perfectly.
Sumon Roy
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover okra. I usually add a bit of chopped bacon or crumbled feta cheese for extra flavor.
IHEANACHO DELIGHT
[email protected]I've made this salad several times and it's always a winner. I especially like the addition of fresh herbs, which really brighten up the flavor.
Rohit Moktan
[email protected]This is a delicious and easy salad that's perfect for summer. I love the combination of okra, tomatoes, and onions.
Felipe Gonzales
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.
Muj Haziri
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also very refreshing and flavorful.
Glizzy Gobbler
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of okra, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is light and flavorful, and the okra is cooked perfectly.
Shivani Shah
[email protected]This is a great recipe for using up okra from the garden. I especially like the addition of toasted cumin, which gives the salad a nice smoky flavor.
Suraiya Ahmed
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so easy to make and always a hit at parties. I usually double the recipe because it goes so quickly.
kate zirape
[email protected]This okra salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The okra is perfectly cooked, with a slight crunch, and the toasted cumin adds a nutty, earthy flavor. The dressing is tangy and refreshing, and the fresh herbs add a pop of brightness. I