Ingredients and Weight:
- Conch meat: 500 grams (fresh, cleaned)
- Mixed salad greens: 8 cups (such as iceberg lettuce, spinach, carrots)
- Diced fresh fruit: 2 cups (your choice of apples, oranges, pineapples)
- Feta cheese: 100 grams
- Red wine vinegar: 3 tablespoons
- Extra virgin olive oil: 5 tablespoons
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Herbs: basil, oregano, a few sprigs each
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 15 minutes
- Total: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Clean and prepare the conch meat by removing any shells or impurities.
- Bring a pot of water to boil and blanch the conch meat for about 5 minutes to tenderize. Let cool and slice into thin pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, diced fresh fruit, and crumbled feta cheese.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs to make a dressing.
- Toss the salad with the dressing and arrange on a serving plate.
- Top the salad with the cooked conch meat pieces.
- Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approx. 450 per serving (based on average values)
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 35g
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique combination of seafood and fruits with a Greek-style dressing.
- Fresh and light, yet filling due to the protein-rich conch meat.
- Versatile dish that can be customized with different fruits and herbs.
User Comments:
- "The conch meat gives this salad a unique taste. It's refreshing and different from typical American salads." - John Doe, New York.
- "I love the combination of fruits and conch in this salad. The dressing is spot on!" - Jane Smith, California.
- "This is a great dish for summer. It's light and refreshing, perfect for a hot day." - Michael Johnson, Texas.
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure conch meat is fresh and properly cleaned to avoid any sand or impurities.
- Blanching the conch meat helps tenderize it and removes any unwanted texture.
- Adjust the dressing according to taste; some may prefer more vinegar or oil.
