Disney4me Posted July 27, 2015 Report Share Posted July 27, 2015 We have a recipe for the perfect, cool-you-down side dish from one of Disney’s newest dining spots.“It Is Hot Today”Harambe Market, the new counter service food court-style walk up eatery at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, features a variety of hearty main dishes and interesting sides. The focus is on the traditional, complex use of herbs and spices in African cuisine.Harambe MarketIf you’re looking for something a little out of the ordinary to take to a summer picnic, this fresh salad of Chickpeas, Cucumber, and Tomato comes together in a snap and requires only minutes of cooking. At Harambe Market, the salad is served with the Dreamy Spice-rubbed Karubi Ribs, but it would be pair nicely with any meat. Or it would make a hearty, vegetarian entree on its own.Chickpea, Cucumber, and Tomato SaladBe prepared to hunt down a few exotic ingredients, and give it time to marinate so that the flavors mix and deepen.Chickpea, Cucumber, and Tomato SaladHarambe Marketplace at Disney’s Animal KingdomServes 8 as a side dish or appetizerIngredients:2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon minced garlic1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger1/2 small jalapeno pepper, seeds removed, minced1 teaspoon tamarind paste, dissolved in 3 tablespoons of water1/4 teaspoon chaat masala, optional1/2 medium yellow onion, diced2 (14.5-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, dividedCoarse salt, freshly ground black pepper, to taste1 large tomato, seeds removed, diced1/2 cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced1/2 bunch cilantro, stems removed, mincedInstructions:1. Heat oil in a small sauté pan over medium heat. Add garlic, ginger, and jalapeno; cook until garlic is lightly golden. Set aside until mixture is room temperature. Whisk in tamarind paste and chaat masala. Stir in onion. Refrigerate until cold.2. Add chilled spice mixture to chickpeas, tossing to coat. Add 2 tablespoons lime juice and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.Just before serving, add cucumber, tomato and cilantro. Add remaining 1 tablespoon lime juice, if desired. Serve chilled or at room temperature.Cook’s notes: Tamarind paste has a distinctive, tart flavor. It can be purchased in Asian and Latin-American grocery stores or online. Chaat masala is a spice blend available in specialty food stores and some grocery stores or online.Will you be making this African-inspired salad for your next summer potluck? Leave a comment and let us know what you think!Recipe Credit: Disney Parks BlogDisney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com!Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our NewsletterFollow us on TwitterBecome a Facebook FanRelated posts:Photo Tour and Review: The New Harambe Market in Disney’s Animal Kingdom News! Zuri’s Sweets Shop Opens in Animal Kingdom’s Harambe Market on June 17th A Tour of Harambe Fruit Market at Disney’s Animal Kingdom View the full article Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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