Tossed Salad Cubano
Bright, zesty, and bursting with Caribbean flair, Tossed Salad Cubano is a refreshing medley of vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients that transport your taste buds straight to Havana. This Cuban-inspired salad combines crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and sweet orange segments, perfectly balanced by the tanginess of green olives and a light citrusy dressing made with lime juice, olive oil, and a touch of honey. Accents of fresh cilantro and thinly sliced radishes add pops of color and an extra layer of texture. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad is perfect as a light main course or a flavorful side dish to complement grilled meats or seafood. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or craving something tropical, this salad delivers a refreshing and healthy taste of Cuba!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Romaine lettuce
- 0.5 medium, thinly sliced Red onion
- 2 medium, diced Tomatoes
- 1 medium, diced Cucumber
- 1 large, diced Avocado
- 1 large, peeled and segmented Orange
- 4 small, thinly sliced Radishes
- 0.25 cup, chopped Fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup, sliced Green olives
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon White vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove, minced Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon, freshly ground Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the romaine lettuce. Tear it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
Add the thinly sliced red onion, diced tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced avocado, orange segments, sliced radishes, chopped cilantro, and sliced green olives to the bowl.
In a small mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, white vinegar, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until the dressing is emulsified and smooth.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients evenly without breaking up the delicate avocado or oranges.
Serve immediately as a side dish or enjoy as a light main course. Optionally, garnish with additional cilantro or a drizzle of olive oil for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1135 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.0 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3621 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.4 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.7 g | 102% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.7 g | ||
| Protein | 13.8 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 357 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 2677 mg | 57% | |
*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.
