Green Fig/Banana Salad Recipe | Healthy Side Dish | Trinidad/Caribbean Food

green figs

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: cucumbers

Avocado adds creaminess while cucumbers are more affordable.

ripe bananas

🥗Healthier: plantains

💰Cheaper: apples

Plantains provide a similar texture, while apples are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

coriander leaves

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: cilantro

Parsley is a healthier herb option, while cilantro is often cheaper.

Wash the green figs thoroughly and remove the stems.

Slice the green figs into thin rounds and place them in a large bowl.

Finely chop the onion, sweet pepper, and pimento, then add to the bowl.

Add the green peas to the mixture in the bowl.

Drizzle avocado oil over the salad to enhance the flavors and mix well.

Season with garlic powder, cajun seasoning, black pepper, and salt to taste.

Add light mayo to the bowl and mix until combined.

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