Pacific Flavours Salad
Experience a burst of tropical delight with our Pacific Flavours Salad, a vibrant medley of fresh, crisp greens, ripe mango, creamy avocado, and succulent shrimp (optional for seafood lovers). Enhanced with crunchy toasted macadamia nuts and a zesty lime-soy-sesame dressing, this salad perfectly balances sweet, savory, and nutty flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes and packed with colorful vegetables like red bell peppers and cucumbers, this gluten-free dish is perfect for a light lunch or as a crowd-pleasing side dish. Infused with the sunny essence of the Pacific, it’s a refreshing, nutritious choice that’s as visually beautiful as it is delicious.
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Ingredients
- 6 cups mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, and romaine)
- 1 medium ripe mango, diced
- 1 large ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup cooked and peeled shrimp (optional: grilled or steamed)
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, julienned
- 1 quarter cup toasted macadamia nuts
- 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Directions
Step 1
1. In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, diced mango, diced avocado, sliced cucumber, julienned red bell pepper, and shrimp (if using).
Step 2
2. Sprinkle the toasted macadamia nuts and chopped cilantro leaves evenly over the salad.
Step 3
3. In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the lime juice, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and olive oil until well combined.
Step 4
4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.
Step 5
5. Toss gently to evenly coat the ingredients with the dressing.
Step 6
6. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh and tropical flavours of the Pacific!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1598.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2999.5 |
| Total Fat 263.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 41.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 9.9g | |
| Cholesterol 447.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1285.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 122.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 44.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 63.0g | |
| Protein 89.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 541.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4494.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories