Ingredients and Weight:
- Frog legs - 8 pieces (approximately 2 pounds)
- Mixed salad greens - 8 cups
- Red wine vinegar - 3 tablespoons
- Extra virgin olive oil - 5 tablespoons
- Salt and pepper - to taste
- Dried cranberries - 1/4 cup
- Fresh blueberries - 1 cup
- Feta cheese - 100 grams (about 3.5 ounces)
- Chives or basil - for garnish
Preparation Time:
45 minutes (including preparation and cooking time)
Cooking Time:
15 minutes (time to cook frog legs)
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the frog legs by cleaning and removing any excess fat. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed salad greens, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to mix well and set aside.
- In a separate pan, cook frog legs over medium-high heat until fully cooked and slightly crispy. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Once cooled, cut frog legs into small pieces and add to the salad bowl along with dried cranberries, fresh blueberries, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Toss gently to combine all ingredients without crushing the blueberries.
- Garnish with fresh chives or basil.
- Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on average values, actual nutritional content may vary)
Calories: Approx. 450 per serving (assuming 8 equal portions)
Fat: 28g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 25g
Fiber: 4g
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique combination of flavors with a mix of sweet, sour, and salty elements.
- Frog legs provide a unique and tender meat texture that is both delicious and nutritious.
- A refreshing salad that is perfect for summer or as a side dish for any meal.
User Comments:
- "The combination of flavors was outstanding! The salad was refreshing and the frog legs added a unique touch."
- "I was skeptical about the frog legs, but they were cooked perfectly and added a great texture to the salad."
- "This is a unique dish that I would definitely recommend to others. The nutritional content is also impressive."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure that the frog legs are properly cleaned to remove any unwanted taste or impurities.
- Frog legs can be purchased frozen or fresh from most supermarkets or specialty markets in the United States.
- Adjust seasoning according to personal preference, adding more salt, pepper, or vinegar if desired.
