Dole Tropicasian Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Bring a burst of tropical flair to your table with this vibrant and refreshing Dole Tropicasian Salad! Perfectly blending the sweetness of pineapple chunks and mandarin oranges with crisp Dole spring mix, shredded carrots, and bell peppers, this salad delivers a delightful mix of flavors and textures in every bite. The zesty homemade dressing, made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, lime juice, and a touch of fresh ginger, adds an irresistible Asian-inspired twist that elevates the dish. Topped with toasted sesame seeds for a nutty crunch, this 20-minute recipe is a stunning side dish or light meal that’s perfect for summer gatherings, weeknight dinners, or anytime you’re craving a taste of the tropics. Healthy, easy, and bursting with bold flavors, this Tropicasian Salad is sure to become a favorite!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

15 items

• 6 cups Dole spring mix (or mixed greens)
• 1.5 cups Pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
• 1 cup Mandarin oranges (canned, drained or fresh segments)
• 1 cup Shredded carrots
• 1 medium Red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
• 3 stalks Green onions (thinly sliced)
• 0.5 cup Cilantro (chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (toasted)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1.5 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)

📝 Instructions

6 steps

1. In a large salad bowl, combine the spring mix, pineapple chunks, mandarin oranges, shredded carrots, sliced red bell pepper, sliced green onions, and chopped cilantro.

2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, lime juice, grated ginger, and black pepper to make the dressing.

3. Pour the dressing evenly over the salad ingredients in the large bowl.

4. Gently toss the salad to fully coat all ingredients in the dressing.

5. Sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds over the top of the salad for added texture and garnish.

6. Serve the salad immediately as a fresh and flavorful side or light meal. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (282.4g)

Calories		176
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		5.4 g	7%
	Saturated Fat	0.8 g	4%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	1.4 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		334 mg	15%
Total Carbohydrate		31.1 g	11%
	Dietary Fiber	5.4 g	19%
	Total Sugars	22.0 g
Protein		4.0 g	8%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		93 mg	7%
Iron		2.0 mg	11%
Potassium		559 mg	12%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 194 cal (25.8%%)

Protein: 64 cal (8.5%%)

Carbs: 496 cal (65.8%%)