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Nutritional Values

🔥270kcal
💪11gProtein
🌾36gCarbs
🥑10gFat
🌿8gFibre
⚖️250 gServing

* Per serving · 250 g. May vary.

Louvi

How to order / say it
Say it λουβί — [loo-VEE]
Order Can I have the Louvi salad, please?
Locally Μπορώ να έχω τη σαλάτα λουβί, παρακαλώ?
Say locally

A salad made from black-eyed peas, olive oil, and fresh herbs.

Why try it?

Louvi showcases the simplicity and freshness of Larnaca's produce, often served as a refreshing starter or a nutritious side at local dinners.

How it tastes

This salad is light and refreshing, with the mild earthiness of beans, a hint of zest from lemon, and the aromatic freshness of parsley.

Origin & History — first documented: 1820

Known in Larnaca since the early 19th century, louvi was a staple food for farmers due to its affordability and nutritional value, becoming an essential part of the local diet.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🫘 250 g black-eyed peas
  • 🫒 30 ml olive oil
  • 🍋 30 ml lemon juice
  • 🌿 20 g parsley
  • 🧂 1 tsp salt
  • 🧂 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 🧄 50 g spring onion

Method

  1. 1 Boil black-eyed peas until tender.
  2. 2 Drain and let cool before mixing with olive oil and lemon juice.
  3. 3 Add finely chopped parsley and spring onion.
  4. 4 Season with salt and black pepper.
  5. 5 Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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