Heart-Healthy Refreshing Pomelo Salad

Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Heart-Healthy Refreshing Pomelo Salad is the perfect balance of zesty, sweet, and savory. Featuring juicy pomelo segments, creamy avocado, crisp cucumbers, and crunchy roasted peanuts, this salad offers a delightful medley of textures in every bite. Fresh mint and cilantro lend an aromatic herbal note, while a tangy lime and honey dressing ties it all together for a light yet satisfying dish. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this nutrient-packed salad is a fantastic option for a quick lunch, a showstopping side, or even a refreshing appetizer. Ideal for those seeking a heart-healthy recipe that's as flavorful as it is nourishing, this pomelo salad brings a tropical twist to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Peel the pomelo, remove the membranes, and separate the flesh into bite-sized chunks. Place the pomelo pieces in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Dice the red bell pepper and cucumber into small, even cubes, and add them to the mixing bowl with the pomelo.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the other ingredients.

Step 5

Roughly chop the fresh mint and cilantro leaves, then sprinkle them over the salad mix.

Step 6

Roughly chop the roasted peanuts and stir them into the salad for added crunch.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lime juice to your preference.

Step 10

Serve the pomelo salad immediately for the best flavor and freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1753.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1193.4

Total Fat 66.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 641.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 153.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.6g	0%
Total Sugars 64.7g
Protein 24.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 361.6mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 4296.2mg	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: 45.7%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 46.8%