Brazilian Carnaval Medley

Brazilian Carnaval Medley is a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of Brazil's festive spirit. This dish is a perfect blend of colors, textures, and flavors that will transport you to the streets of Rio de Janeiro during the Carnaval season.
To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients:

For the Rice:

- 1 cup of white rice
- 2 cups of water
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of salt

For the Beans:

- 1 can of black beans
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste

For the Farofa:

- 1 cup of cassava flour
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste

For the Salad:

- 1 head of lettuce, chopped
- 1 tomato, chopped
- 1 cucumber, chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
To start, cook the rice according to the package instructions. In a separate pan, sauté the onion and garlic in olive oil until translucent. Add the black beans, cumin, salt, and pepper, and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
For the farofa, melt the butter in a pan and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent. Add the cassava flour and stir until it's toasted and golden brown. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
For the salad, mix all the ingredients in a bowl and squeeze the lime juice over it. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
To serve, place the rice, beans, farofa, and salad on a plate. The Brazilian Carnaval Medley is a delicious and colorful dish that will impress your guests with its vibrant appearance and bold flavors. This dish is perfect for any occasion and will leave you feeling satisfied and energized.
Type of dish: Brazilian Medley
Main ingredients: Rice, Beans, Cassava Flour