Dairy-Free Refreshing Pomelo Salad

Brighten up your table with this Dairy-Free Refreshing Pomelo Salad, a vibrant medley of tropical flavors and zesty crunch that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring juicy, citrusy pomelo complemented by crisp cucumber, sweet carrot, and a rainbow of fresh herbs like mint and cilantro, this salad is a feast for the senses. Tossed in a tangy-sweet lime dressing infused with soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, every bite delivers a balance of freshness and bold flavors. Topped with roasted peanuts for a satisfying crunch, this quick and easy salad comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal dairy-free appetizer or side dish. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or just looking for a light and healthy option, this pomelo salad is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large Pomelo
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 medium Carrot
• 4 cups Mixed salad greens
• 0.25 cup Fresh mint leaves
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
• 0.5 medium Red bell pepper
• 0.5 cup Roasted peanuts (unsalted)
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel the pomelo and divide it into segments. remove the membrane from each segment and break the flesh into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Julienne the cucumber and carrot into thin matchstick strips and add them to the bowl with the pomelo.

Step 3

Thinly slice the red bell pepper and add to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Roughly chop the fresh mint and cilantro leaves. Add them along with the mixed salad greens to the bowl.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine the lime juice, olive oil, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic clove, grated fresh ginger, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until the dressing is well blended.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine, ensuring all components are coated with the dressing.

Step 7

Roughly chop the roasted peanuts and sprinkle them over the salad before serving.

Step 8

Serve the salad immediately as a refreshing appetizer or a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1791.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1308.5

Total Fat 68.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1302.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 165.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.4g	0%
Total Sugars 76.0g
Protein 36.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 430.9mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 4337.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.0%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 46.6%