Salpicão - brazilian salad

Name: Salpicão - brazilian salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 1 h 35 min
Yield: 5
Cuisine: En
Ingredients: 10,5 oz chicken (1 fillet); 1 carrot (≈ 1 cup grated); ½ apple (≈ ½ cup diced); ¼ cup green olives; ⅔ cup peas; ½ cup corn; ¼ cup fresh parsley; ⅔ cup fromage blanc (or thick yogurt substitute); 2 tbsp olive oil; Salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; 1½ tbsp lime juice (from ½ lime); 1 tbsp mustard; 1 potato (≈ 5–6 oz); 1 tbsp olive oil; ½ tsp vinegar

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Starter

Very Easy

1 h 35 m

319 Kcal

Come with us to Brazil and discover a new culinary specialty: Salpicão! A richly flavored salad that's easy to make at home. Fresh vegetables, spicy meat, apples for a touch of sweetness and a creamy sauce to spice things up. And for a crunchy touch, turn your potatoes into fine French fries. A great idea for a picnic, a lunch break at work or a barbecue with friends ;-)

Materials

mandolin

Preparation

Preparation20 min

Waiting time40 min

Cook time35 min

Crispy potato straws: peel and slice the potato into thin rounds using a mandolin. Cut the slices into small stems.
Place potatoes in a bowl, cover with water and add 1/2 tsp. vinegar. Let stand 10 min. Preheat oven to 430°F/220°C.
Drain the potato straws and toss with 1 tbsp. olive oil. Place on a baking sheet with parchment paper for 20 minutes in a 430°F/220°C oven. Leave to cool.
The salad: Cut the chicken into small pieces and cook in boiling water for 15 min. Leave to cool, then shred.
Sauce: combine fromage blanc, olive oil, salt, pepper, lime juice and mustard.
Grate the carrot, slice the olives, dice the apple and chop the parsley.
Put everything in a bowl, add the corn, peas, chicken and sauce and mix. Chill for 20 min.
Sprinkle the salad with the potato straws and you're ready to go!

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FAQ ❓

What are the nutritional benefits of Salpicão?

Salpicão is rich in protein from the chicken, fiber from the vegetables and vitamins, making it a balanced and nutritious starter.

How can I personalize the Salpicão recipe?

You can add other vegetables such as peppers or avocados, or replace the chicken with tuna for a different version.

Can Salpicão be prepared in advance?

Yes, it's a good idea to prepare it a few hours in advance so that the flavours blend well, but add the French fries just before serving to keep them crisp.