Milyonner
The Quirky Foodster Team
Ingredients
- Fresh or canned palm heart, thinly sliced — 400 g (14 oz)
- Tomato, diced — 1
- Red Onion, thinly sliced — 1/2
- Mayonnaise — 3 tbsp
- Lime juice — 1 tbsp
- Salt and black pepper, — to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, to garnish
Method
- Combine the sliced palm heart, tomato and red onion in a bowl.
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, lime juice, salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Chill briefly before serving, garnished with parsley.
Introduction: A delicate palm heart salad, sometimes called 'millionaire's salad' for its once-rare ingredient.
Cultural Background: Milyonner, named for the exclusivity of harvesting palm hearts (which requires felling a palm tree), is a prized Seychellois salad, its tender, delicate texture reserved traditionally for special occasions.
Tips: Handle fresh palm heart gently, as it can be delicate. If using canned, drain well and pat dry for the best texture.
Variations: Add flaked cooked fish or prawns for a more substantial version; swap mayonnaise for a light vinaigrette for a lighter take.
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating: This salad is served cold and is not reheated.
Nutrition: Approx. 160 kcal, 3 g protein, 10 g carbohydrate, 12 g fat per serving.
FAQs:
Q: Why is this salad called 'millionaire's salad'?
A: Historically, harvesting palm heart required felling an entire palm tree, making it a rare and expensive delicacy, hence the name.
Q: Can canned palm heart be used?
A: Yes, canned palm heart is a convenient and widely available alternative to fresh, simply drain and slice before use.
- Fresh or canned palm heart, thinly sliced — 400 g (14 oz)
- Tomato, diced — 1
- Red Onion, thinly sliced — 1/2
- Mayonnaise — 3 tbsp
- Lime juice — 1 tbsp
- Salt and black pepper, — to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, to garnish
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