Polynesian Salad
Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with this vibrant and refreshing Polynesian Salad. This exotic dish is a delightful medley of crisp mixed greens, juicy pineapple, sweet mango, and crunchy red bell pepper, complemented by slices of cool cucumber. Toasted shredded coconut and buttery macadamia nuts add richness and texture, while green onions and fresh cilantro bring a punch of flavor. A zingy lime-ginger dressing made with soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil ties it all together, infusing every bite with a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tangy notes. Ready in just 20 minutes, this healthy and colorful salad is perfect as a light lunch, a side dish, or a show-stopping addition to your summer menu.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 cups Mixed greens (e.g., baby spinach, romaine, or arugula)
- 1 cup Fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 Mango, peeled and diced
- 1 Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 Cucumber, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Shredded coconut (unsweetened)
- 0.25 cup Macadamia nuts, roughly chopped
- 2 Green onions, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1.5 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
Instructions
Wash and dry the mixed greens, then place them in a large salad bowl.
Add the pineapple, mango, red bell pepper, and cucumber to the bowl on top of the greens.
Sprinkle the shredded coconut, chopped macadamia nuts, green onions, and cilantro evenly over the salad.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the lime juice, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and grated ginger until the dressing is well combined.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients and evenly coat with the dressing.
Serve immediately, and enjoy this refreshing Polynesian-inspired salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
994 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.4 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.7 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 958 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.5 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.0 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 75.9 g | ||
| Protein | 16.7 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 287 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 2015 mg | 43% | |
*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.
