Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 unit

cucumber

sliced

1 unit

avocado

diced

1 unit

yellow pepper

sliced

2 unit

roma tomatoes

quartered

16 ounce

spinach leaves

7.5 ounce

biltong

1 unit

watercress

for garnish

Step 1
~2 min

Slice the cucumber into thin rounds.

Step 2
~2 min

Dice the avocado into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3
~2 min

Slice the yellow pepper into strips.

Step 4
~2 min

Quarter the roma tomatoes.

Step 5
~2 min

Combine the spinach leaves, sliced cucumber, diced avocado, sliced yellow pepper, and quartered roma tomatoes in a large bowl.

Step 6
~2 min

Add the biltong to the bowl.

Step 7
~2 min

Gently toss all ingredients together to combine.

Step 8
~2 min

Garnish with fresh watercress.

Step 9
~2 min

Serve with a Sweet Onion dressing.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra tang.

Chill the salad for 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

For a spicier salad, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead and assembled just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a light lunch or side dish.

Pair with grilled chicken or fish.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Grilled fish
Crusty bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

South Africa

Cultural Significance

Biltong is a traditional South African dried, cured meat.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Potluck
Picnic

Popularity Score

65/100

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