Green Island Salad with Pineapple Cilantro Vinaigrette
Escape to paradise with this vibrant Green Island Salad with Pineapple Cilantro Vinaigrette, a refreshing medley of crisp baby greens, sweet pineapple chunks, creamy avocado, and crunchy red bell pepper, all brought to life with a tropical citrus dressing. This quick and easy salad is dressed in a silky blend of fresh pineapple juice, lime, honey, cilantro, and olive oil, adding a tangy-sweet finish that’s as invigorating as it is flavorful. Perfect for light lunches, summer gatherings, or as a show-stopping side dish, this 20-minute recipe delivers a taste of the tropics in every bite. Ideal for those seeking fresh, healthy, and gluten-free options, this salad pairs beautifully with grilled seafood or chicken for a full island-inspired feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Mixed baby greens
- 1 cup Fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 large Avocado
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 small Red onion
- 0.5 cup Cilantro
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Fresh pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the mixed baby greens, then place them in a large salad bowl.
Cut the cucumber into thin slices and add them to the bowl.
Dice the red bell pepper and red onion into small pieces and add to the salad bowl.
Slice the avocado into cubes and add it to the salad, along with the fresh pineapple chunks.
In a blender or food processor, combine the olive oil, fresh pineapple juice, fresh lime juice, honey, cilantro, salt, and black pepper.
Blend the vinaigrette ingredients until smooth and well combined.
Drizzle the pineapple cilantro vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy the vibrant and refreshing flavors of the Green Island Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1172 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.4 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.1 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1335 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.8 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.5 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.6 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 366 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 3147 mg | 67% | |
*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.
