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Mango Feta Salad with Passionfruit Cilantro Dressing & Oven-Roasted Corn on the Cob

Kimberly — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 16:53:52 +0000

Mango Feta Salad with Passionfruit Cilantro Dressing & Oven-Roasted Corn on the Cob

March 14, 2025 by Kimberly

Sweet, salty, tangy, and fresh!! This is the salad of the season. Juicy mango, creamy cheese, bright herbs, and a citrusy punch that’ll make your taste buds do a little happy dance.

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TOTAL TIME

25 min

SERVES

2 portions

DIET

vegetarian

EVERY RECIPE DESERVES

A Little Love Letter

You know those salads that just hit different? This is one of them. It’s got all the good stuff. Juicy, sun-ripened fruit, salty creamy goodness, a punchy herb dressing, and golden roasted corn that adds the perfect sweet crunch. It’s bright, fresh, and so ridiculously flavorful that you might just eat it straight from the bowl (no judgment). Whether you need a no-fuss summer side or a feel-good meal that’s anything but boring, this one’s got you covered.

This salad is giving effortless brunch energy. Throw it on the table with a crusty baguette, maybe some grilled shrimp if you’re feeling fancy, and let everyone dig in. It’s just as good as a light lunch or a colorful side at your next barbecue. Bonus points if you serve it with a chilled glass of white wine.

Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one day. Corn is best enjoyed fresh, but you do you.

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Mango Feta Salad with Passionfruit Cilantro Dressing & Oven-Roasted Corn on the Cob

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Author: Kimberly
Total Time: 25 min
Yield: 2 1x

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Description

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

small bowl
kitchen brush
large bowl
sharp knife
cutting board

Ingredients

Units

CORN ON THE COB

2 corn on the cob
50 grams butter
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning

SALAD

150 grams white cabbage
100 grams romaine lettuce
1 mango
1 yellow bell pepper
1 shallot
100 grams feta cheese
1/2 fresh yellow chili
handful fresh cilantro

DRESSING

3 tbsp olive oil
juice of 1 lime
1 passionfruit
salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare the corn first. Mix the butter with Cajun seasoning, rub it all over the corn, and place them on a baking sheet. Roast in a preheated oven at 210°C / 410°F for about 20 to 30 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
While the corn is roasting, make the salad. Thinly slice the cabbage and romaine lettuce, wash thoroughly, and place them in a large salad bowl.
Peel and chop the mango into pieces. Cut the yellow bell pepper into chunks. Thinly slice the shallot and finely chop the yellow chili. Pick the cilantro leaves off the stems and tear them lightly. Add everything to the salad bowl, then crumble the feta over the top.
Mix olive oil, lime juice, passionfruit pulp, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
Once the corn is done, take it out of the oven. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss well. Divide the salad between two plates and serve each with a roasted corn cob.

Cook Time: 25 min

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Brussels Sprout Salad with Bacon Figs and Chili Cinnamon Croutons

Kimberly — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 15:12:44 +0000

Brussels Sprout Salad with Bacon Figs & Chili Cinnamon Croutons

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December 17, 2024 by Kimberly

This salad is a cozy mix of crunchy, creamy, and sweet-spicy vibes. Think warm croutons, tangy cheese, and a mulled wine dressing – perfect for holiday feels or a fancy brunch.

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TOTAL TIME

40 min

SERVES

4 portions

DIET

omnivore

EVERY RECIPE DESERVES

A Little Love Letter

This salad hits that perfect balance of cozy and chic. Crunchy brussels sprouts meet the bold bitterness of radicchio, paired with crispy bacon, juicy figs, and creamy gorgonzola. The real star? A mulled wine oil dressing that wraps everything in warm, spiced magic. Perfect for holidays or whenever you want to impress without breaking a sweat. Sweet, savory, and a little spicy – it’s giving festive food vibes!

Serve this salad as a statement starter or a bold side dish at your next dinner party. It pairs beautifully with roasted meats or as a vibrant centerpiece for a cozy brunch spread. Add fresh tangerine slices right before serving for an extra citrusy pop, and don’t forget the chili cinnamon croutons for a spicy-sweet crunch that ties the whole dish together.

Keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days, but store the croutons separately to maintain their crunch. Re-dress with a splash of the mulled wine oil before serving.

Hi, I'm Kimberly.

A hopeless romantic when it comes to food. Every recipe I share is a love letter to food itself. I’m so glad you’re here. Make yourself at home and stay a while.

Love,
Kimberly

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click here!

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Brussels Sprout Salad with Bacon Figs and Chili Cinnamon Croutons

Author: Kimberly
Total Time: 40 min
Yield: 2 as main / 4 as starter 1x

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Description

Recommended Equipment

sharp knife
cutting board
small pan
small bowl

Ingredients

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SALAD

200 grams brussels sprout
150 grams red radicchio
1 shallot
1 tsp butter
2 mandarins
2 fresh figs
8 bacon strips
50 grams gorgonzola
50 grams walnuts

CROUTONS

6 slices baguette
1/2 tsp chili flakes
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1 tbsp butter

DRESSING

4 tbsp mulled wine oil
1-2 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp date syrup
1 tsp dijon mustard
salt & pepper to taste

TOPPINGS

fresh thyme
fresh chives

Instructions

PREPARATIONS

Here’s the recipe for mulled wine oil. You’ll need about 3–4 tbsp of it.

INSTRUCTIONS

Wash the Brussels sprouts and slice them into thin strips or shave them finely. Do the same with the radicchio, then wash it. Add both to a large salad bowl.
Lay the bacon strips on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake them in a preheated oven at 180 °C (350 °F) for 15–20 minutes until crispy. Use the time to work on the next steps.
Peel the mandarins and remove the white fibers. Cut the figs into eighths and set them aside.
Strip the thyme leaves from the stems and slice the chives into small rings. Set these aside as well.
Toast the walnuts in a dry pan until they smell aromatic. Remove them from the pan and set aside.
Slice the shallot into thin rings. Heat a bit of butter in the same pan and fry the shallot rings until crispy. Remove them and let them cool on a paper towel.
Cut the baguette into large cubes. In the pan, sauté them with butter, cinnamon, and chili flakes until crispy. Remove and set aside.
For the dressing, mix the mulled wine oil, red wine vinegar, date syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper well. Pour the dressing over the Brussels sprouts and radicchio in the salad bowl, then toss thoroughly.
Top the salad with mandarins, figs, walnuts, crispy shallots, bacon strips, croutons, and a few pieces of Gorgonzola. Finish with fresh thyme and chives before serving.

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