African Chopped Salad with Yogurt and Brown Butter

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavorful African Chopped Salad with Yogurt and Brown Butter. Packed with crisp, colorful vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and carrots, this refreshing dish is tossed in a creamy spiced yogurt dressing that features the earthy warmth of cumin and paprika. The star of the recipe, however, is the drizzle of nutty, golden-brown butter that adds an indulgent, aromatic finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this salad is perfect as a light meal or an impressive side dish that celebrates fresh, wholesome ingredients. Ideal for fans of global cuisine, this recipe combines bold flavors and textures to create a truly unforgettable dish. Serve it fresh and enjoy a delicious fusion of taste and nutrition!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 1 large Carrot
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 200 grams Plain yogurt
• 50 grams Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Wash all vegetables thoroughly. Cut the cherry tomatoes in halves and chop the cucumber, red bell pepper, and carrot into small, bite-sized cubes.

Step 2

Dice the red onion finely and chop the fresh parsley. Set everything aside.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, heat the unsalted butter over medium heat. Allow it to melt and cook until it begins to foam and turns golden brown, releasing a nutty aroma. This process should take around 4–6 minutes. Once browned, remove the butter from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the plain yogurt, ground cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and fresh lemon juice. Stir well to create a creamy, spiced dressing.

Step 5

Add the chopped vegetables (tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, carrots, red onion) and parsley to a large salad bowl. Toss gently to combine.

Step 6

Drizzle the yogurt dressing over the salad and gently fold to coat all ingredients evenly.

Step 7

Once the brown butter has cooled slightly but is still liquid, drizzle it over the salad for a final, flavorful touch.

Step 8

Serve immediately as a vibrant side dish or enjoy as a light meal. Best served fresh.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1016.6 grams (1016.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	683

Total Fat 48.20g	62%
Saturated Fat 27.40g	137%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 123mg	41%
Sodium 1405mg	61%
Total Carbohydrate 55.40g	20%
Dietary Fiber 11.50g	41%
Total Sugars 35.10g
Protein 18.00g	36%

Vitamin D 96IU	480%
Calcium 523mg	40%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 2099mg	45%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.6%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 30.5%