When you think of your dream vacation destination, there’s a high chance that you don’t think of the Galapagos Islands. After all, these islands aren’t exactly the tourist trap that most people are after when they’re looking for sun, sand, and unlimited cocktails. However, the Galapagos Islands are perfect for those looking to explore what the natural world has to offer. They are chock-a-block full of unique animals, incredible landscapes, and some of the most impressive feats of nature that the world has to offer.

Travel By Boat

Because there is so much to see and do in the Galapagos Islands, it can be easy to assume that it’s best to travel by road or via other forms of public transport. If you’re looking for a more eco-friendly option, though, you might want to travel by boat. Not only does this give you the chance to see these islands from a different perspective, but these boats also have to follow certain sustainable rules. Only a certain number of boats are allowed to be out in the water at one time around this region, and they are only allowed to dock at designated ports.

Travel In Small Groups

It’s not uncommon for adventurers and explorers to travel in large groups to destinations of impressive natural beauty. Unfortunately, this is not really an eco-friendly option. Traveling in small groups allows you to control your footprints on these amazing islands. By doing this, you can ensure that you don’t damage the land found around the Galapagos Islands, and you can maintain your distance between your group and the local animals. This is to make sure that you do not destroy their habitat and keep them as natural and authentic as possible.

If you want to explore the natural wonders of the Galapagos Islands, we really don’t blame you. These islands are stunning, but try to keep your trip eco-friendly.

Senegalese cuisine is known for its strong spices and refreshingly light flavors. This salad is typically served alongside thieboudienne – a traditional fish and rice dish. It’s the perfect choice for a light summer dinner full of aroma and a touch of spice. You’ll need to garnish it with rof, which is a mixture of chili, parsley, garlic, and scallions if you want to get the full experience. The most important aspect of the recipe is to serve the salad chilled, so add that to your prep time. Here’s how to make it!

Ingredients

• ½ cup finely chopped parsley
• ¼ cup fresh lime juice
• ¼ cup canola or peanut oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
• 2 peeled, pitted, and cut into 1″ cubes mangoes
• 2 pitted ripe avocados (peeled and also cut into 1″ cubes)
• 1 stemmed, seeded, and minced jalapeño
• 1 small peeled and cut navel orange
• salt and black pepper (to taste)
• 2 teaspoons shredded coconut (optional)

Depending on the servings you need to prepare as well as on your preference, you can always increase or decrease the amount of ingredients you add. Feel free to add something of your own to make things extra fun, like shrimp or onions. Experiment away!

Making the Senegalese Salad Garnished With Rof

Step 1

Prepare the rof. In a large bowl, whisk together the jalapeño, parsley, salt, pepper, oil, and citrus juices together.

Step 2

Once the rof dressing is ready, add the chopped avocados and mangoes and toss them gently until they are well coated in the dressing. Cover the bowl and let it sit in the refrigerator for an hour.

Step 3

Take out of the refrigerator and transfer the salad to a serving bowl. Arrange it with orange slices on top. Sprinkle the remaining parsley and the coconut flakes (if you’re using them) and serve chilled. Enjoy!

Nutritional Value

If you’re watching your calorie intake, here are the nutrition values in this salad:

• Calories: 211kcal
• Protein: 1g
• Carbohydrates: 21g
• Fat: 15g
• Fiber: 2g
• Potassium: 284mg
• Sodium: 13mg
• Calcium: 34mg
• Vitamin C: 75mg
• Vitamin A: 1661IU
• Iron: 1mg