Tanzanian Coconut & Herb Salad, Zanzibar Style

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Fresh shredded coconut tossed with herbs, lime, and a touch of chili makes a genuinely different kind of salad — rich rather than watery, and a fitting raw counterpart to the coconut-forward cooked dishes running through this book’s Tanzanian recipes.

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Tanzanian Coconut & Herb Salad, Zanzibar Style

A cooling coconut salad built on Zanzibar's coastal pantry.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: East African
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 140kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh shredded coconut (or unsweetened dried rehydrated)
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 red chili minced
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Combine coconut, cilantro, and chili in a bowl.
  • Add lime juice and coconut oil, tossing to coat evenly.
  • Season with salt and let rest 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 140kcal | Protein: 2g | Fat: 13g | Fiber: 3g
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Health Benefits

  • Coconut delivers MCTs, a fast-burning fat source popular in ketogenic diets.
  • Chili contributes capsaicin, a compound studied for metabolic effects.
  • Lime juice adds vitamin C with virtually no carbohydrate cost.
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