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Seafood and vegetable salad

Salmon, tomato and cheese salad

Salmon, tomato and cheese salad
Cubes of raw salmon are seasoned and tossed with cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, Apetina (a white cheese similar to feta) and two salad dressings. Yes, two. One for the vegetables and another for the salmon.
Cook time: 0 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 people

Potato, egg and salmon salad

Potato, egg and salmon salad
Boiled potatoes, broiled salmon and egg halves are tossed with a simple dressing made with olive oil, dill, pickle relish, capers, pickle juice, lemon juice, grated garlic and lemon zest. A citrusy and herby summer salad that's filling enough to be a main course. Serve at room temperature
Cook time: 30 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 people

Potatoes and green beans salad

Potatoes and green beans salad
Potatoes and green beans are boiled, drained and tossed with crumbled tinapa (salty smoked fish) soaked in spicy oil.
Cook time: 20 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 people

Pomelo and lemongrass salad

Pomelo and lemongrass salad
Fresh pomelo, thinly sliced lemongrass, Thai basil, mint, cilantro and chunks of crispy fried fish are tossed with a dressing made with palm sugar, lime juice, fish sauce, cilantro stems and chilies.
Cook time: 10 minutes minutes
Servings: 2 people

Shrimps, bean sprouts and watermelon salad

Shrimps, bean sprouts and watermelon salad
A light salad bursting with fruity flavors and the surprising tang and umami of Vietnamese mixed fish sauce.
Cook time: 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 5 people

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