Brazilian Hearts of Palm and Avocado Salad
This refreshing Brazilian-inspired salad combines creamy avocado with tender hearts of palm, vibrant cherry tomatoes, and a zesty lime dressing. A perfect balance of textures and flavors, this dish is light yet satisfying, making it an excellent choice for a side dish or a healthy, flavorful meal.
Equipment
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Serving platter
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 can Hearts of palm Drained and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 2 large Avocados Ripe, pitted, and diced
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes Halved
- ¼ cup Red onion Thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro Chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tbsp Olive oil Extra virgin
- 1 large Lime Juiced
- 1 tsp Honey
- ½ tsp Salt Adjust to taste
- ¼ tsp Black pepper Freshly ground
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Set aside.
- On a large cutting board, carefully slice the hearts of palm into 1/2-inch rounds, halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and dice the avocados.
- In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the hearts of palm, avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and chopped cilantro.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly while ensuring the avocados remain intact.
- Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with additional cilantro leaves for a fresh and vibrant presentation.
Notes
- For extra texture, try adding toasted nuts such as Brazil nuts or cashews.
- If substituting hearts of palm, try artichoke hearts for a similar texture with a slightly different flavor.
- For a more tropical twist, add diced mango!
Nutrition
Calories: 275kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 3gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gSodium: 303mgPotassium: 609mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 352IUVitamin C: 24mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg
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