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.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the mixed greens, then place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Add the pineapple, mango, red bell pepper, and cucumber to the bowl on top of the greens.

Step 3

Sprinkle the shredded coconut, chopped macadamia nuts, green onions, and cilantro evenly over the salad.

Step 4

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the lime juice, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and grated ginger until the dressing is well combined.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients and evenly coat with the dressing.

Step 6

Serve immediately, and enjoy this refreshing Polynesian-inspired salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1007.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	993.6

Total Fat 62.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 957.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 112.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.0g	0%
Total Sugars 75.9g
Protein 16.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 287.4mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 2014.6mg	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: 52.1%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 41.7%