Creamy Coconut Salad
Brighten up your table with this refreshing and delectable Creamy Coconut Salad, the perfect blend of vibrant veggies and tropical flair! This easy-to-make salad features crisp cucumber, sweet carrots, and crunchy red bell pepper tossed with lightly toasted shredded coconut for a subtle nutty aroma. A creamy Greek yogurt dressing, infused with zesty lime juice, honey, and fresh cilantro, ties it all together, while a sprinkle of roasted cashews adds irresistible texture. Ready in just 20 minutes and packed with wholesome ingredients, this salad is a light yet satisfying option for lunch, a side dish, or a potluck favorite. Bursting with fresh flavors and a hint of tropical sweetness, it’s guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Shredded coconut (unsweetened)
- 1 large Cucumber
- 2 medium Carrots
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Chopped roasted cashews
Instructions
In a dry skillet over medium heat, lightly toast the shredded coconut for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool.
Wash and peel the cucumber and carrots. Using a sharp knife, thinly slice the cucumber and julienne the carrots into small matchstick-like pieces.
Core and dice the red bell pepper into small, bite-sized chunks.
In a large mixing bowl, add the prepared cucumber, carrots, red bell pepper, and the toasted coconut.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lime juice, honey, chopped cilantro, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the chopped roasted cashews on top for a delightful crunch.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1403 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.2 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.8 g | 374% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 1520 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 106.8 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.0 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.6 g | ||
| Protein | 44.5 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 438 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2327 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
