Nut-Free Refreshing Pomelo Salad
Bright, zesty, and utterly satisfying, this Nut-Free Refreshing Pomelo Salad is the ultimate dish for summer gatherings or light meals. Featuring juicy pomelo segments paired with crisp cucumber, bell pepper, and carrot, this colorful salad is elevated by a tangy lime and fish sauce dressing with a touch of honey for balance. Fresh herbs like mint and cilantro add a burst of flavor, while optional red chili flakes give a subtle kick. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this salad is perfect for those seeking a gluten-free, nut-free, and effortlessly healthy option. Serve as a vibrant appetizer or side dish and enjoy its refreshing citrusy charm!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Pomelo
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 large Carrot
- 0.5 cup Mint leaves
- 0.5 cup Cilantro leaves
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Peel and segment the pomelo. Remove the membrane from each segment and break them into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large salad bowl.
Peel and thinly slice the cucumber into half-moons. Add to the bowl with pomelo.
Remove seeds and dice the red bell pepper. Add to the salad bowl.
Peel and julienne the carrot and add it to the bowl.
Coarsely chop the mint leaves and cilantro, then add to the salad bowl.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, olive oil, honey, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using) to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine and coat everything evenly.
Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
696 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.6 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2555 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.6 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.5 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.5 g | ||
| Protein | 17.4 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 489 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 4101 mg | 87% | |
*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.
