Heart-Healthy Refreshing Pomelo Salad
Discover the vibrant flavors of this Heart-Healthy Refreshing Pomelo Salad, a perfect blend of zesty citrus, crisp veggies, creamy avocado, and nutty crunch. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like pomelo, red bell pepper, cucumber, and fresh herbs, this no-cook recipe bursts with freshness and is topped with a light, tangy dressing made from lime juice, honey, and olive oil. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad not only delivers on flavor but supports heart health, thanks to its combination of healthy fats, vitamins, and antioxidants. Garnished with roasted peanuts for an irresistible texture, this colorful dish is great as a light lunch or a side for your favorite protein. Try this easy pomelo salad recipe for a wholesome, delicious take on clean eating!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Pomelo
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 medium Avocado
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 0.25 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 0.25 cup Unsalted roasted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel the pomelo, remove the membranes, and separate the flesh into bite-sized chunks. Place the pomelo pieces in a large mixing bowl.
Dice the red bell pepper and cucumber into small, even cubes, and add them to the mixing bowl with the pomelo.
Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and carefully scoop out the flesh using a spoon. Dice the avocado into cubes and gently add it to the salad.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the other ingredients.
Roughly chop the fresh mint and cilantro leaves, then sprinkle them over the salad mix.
Roughly chop the roasted peanuts and stir them into the salad for added crunch.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lime juice to your preference.
Serve the pomelo salad immediately for the best flavor and freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1193 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.5 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 642 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.2 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.6 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.7 g | ||
| Protein | 24.8 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 362 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 4296 mg | 91% | |
*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.
