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HOW TO MAKE GRILLED TURKEY & A NIGERIAN SALAD!

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Grilled Turkey & Nigerian Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from Nigeria, this dish combines grilled turkey with a vibrant salad, reflecting the country's rich culinary heritage. Salads are often enjoyed in Nigeria, especially during festive occasions, showcasing fresh, local produce. The grilled turkey adds a protein-rich element, making it a popular choice for gatherings and celebrations. Today, variations of this dish can be found in many parts of the world, often incorporating local ingredients and flavors.

NigerianNGmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup salad cream
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups cabbage, shredded
1 cup shredded carrots
4 cups lettuce, mixed
1 cup sweet corn
1 cup chopped cucumbers
1 can (15 oz) baked beans
4 boiled eggs, chopped
1 tablespoon chicken stock powder
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper flakes
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon coriander
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
1 lb turkey breast

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

turkey breast

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken is leaner and tuna is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is still healthy.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers similar acidity and flavor.

mixed salad greens

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: iceberg lettuce

Spinach is nutrient-dense while iceberg is more affordable.

1

Prepare the dressing by mixing mayonnaise, salad cream, honey, lemon juice, and black pepper together.

2

In a bowl, layer cabbage, shredded carrots, sliced lettuce, sweet corn, chopped cucumbers, and baked beans to create the salad.

3

Optionally, add boiled eggs for extra protein, but the creator opts for a strictly vegetable salad.

4

For the turkey marinade, combine chicken stock powder, parsley, salt, pepper flakes, paprika, and a spice mix containing nutmeg and coriander.

5

Add a blended mixture of onion, garlic, and ginger to the turkey along with vegetable oil and mix until well coated.

6

Marinate the turkey for at least one hour or overnight in the fridge.

7

Grill the turkey until cooked through, adding sweet corn to the grill for the last 10 minutes of cooking.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingmixing

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlwhiskcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

none

Also Known As

Turkey SaladNigerian Salad

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