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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Gumbo Ingredients
Method
Salad Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Vegetables
Wash and dry the mixed greens thoroughly. Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber, and thinly slice the red onion.
- 2
Assemble the Salad
In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and feta cheese.
- 3
Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Toss the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Gumbo Preparation
- 5
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery (the 'holy trinity') and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 6
Cook the Sausage and Chicken
Add the sliced Andouille sausage and diced chicken breast to the pot. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
- 7
Add Garlic and Spices
Stir in minced garlic, cayenne pepper, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- 8
Add Broth and Tomatoes
Pour in the chicken broth and add the canned diced tomatoes (including juice). Bring the mixture to a boil.
- 9
Simmer with Okra
Reduce heat to low, add the okra, and let the gumbo simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 10
Serve with Rice
Remove bay leaves before serving. Serve the gumbo over cooked rice.