Salade de Merguez

Salade de Merguez is a vibrant Moroccan salad that combines the spicy flavor of grilled merguez sausages with fresh, crisp vegetables and a zesty dressing. This keto-friendly dish is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect choice for a light meal or a side dish.

Ingredients

• Merguez sausages - 200 grams
• Mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, and lettuce) - 100 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Black olives - 50 grams, pitted and sliced
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Red wine vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Cook the merguez sausages for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
3. While the sausages are cooking, prepare the salad by combining the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, black olives, and feta cheese in a large bowl.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
5. Once the sausages are cooked, remove them from the heat and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing them into bite-sized pieces.
6. Add the sliced merguez to the salad bowl and drizzle the dressing over the top.
7. Toss everything together gently until well combined, and then garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 9 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 950 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 36 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in healthy fats from olive oil and olives, promoting heart health.

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