Hearts of Palm Salad with Brazilian Vinaigrette
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Hearts of Palm Salad with Brazilian Vinaigrette
Description
Hearts of Palm Salad with Brazilian Vinaigrette incorporates hearts of palm cut into rounds, thinly shaved fennel, halved cherry tomatoes, ripe avocado chunks, thin strips of red onion, and chopped mint. The key component is the vinaigrette made from fresh lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, honey, salt, and pepper, which adds brightness and a slight sweetness to the salad. The vegetables provide contrasting textures, with the fennel offering a subtle anise flavor and a crisp bite balanced by the smoothness of avocado.
This salad is assembled by layering the shaved fennel as the base, then topping with the other chopped ingredients before tossing in the dressing, ensuring an even coating. It works well as a palate cleanser or light meal on its own and complements richer dishes when served alongside. The lime vinaigrette can be adjusted in sweetness or acidity to preference.
Ingredients
For the Brazilian Chopped Salad:
- 14 ounces heart of palm
- 12 ounces tomatoes cherry or grape
- 1 fennel bulb
- 1 avocado ripe
- 1/2 red onion small
- 1/4 cup mint chopped
For the Lime Vinaigrette:
- 1/4 cup lime fresh squeezed juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon honey or agave
- salt and pepper
Instructions
For the Vinaigrette:
- For the vinaigrette: Pour all the ingredients in a jar. Add 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper. Screw the lid on tight and shake to combine.
To Assemble:
- Drain the can of hearts of palm, then chop into 1/4-inch rounds. Cut the tomatoes in half. Cut the stems off the fennel bulb. Then cut the bulb in half and remove the core. Lay the fennel bulb halves flat, and slice into thin "shaved" pieces. Cut the avocado into chunks. Cut the onion half, in half again, then slice into thin strips. Finally, chop the fresh mint.
- Place the shaved fennel on a large platter (or in salad bowl.) Top with tomatoes, hearts of palm, onion, avocado, and mint. Drizzle the salad dressing over the top and toss.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 182 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup | |
| Calories | 182kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 29mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 1258mg | 27% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 375IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 23mg | 26% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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