Pomelo Salad

Brighten your table with the refreshing flavors of this vibrant Pomelo Salad, a Southeast Asian-inspired dish that’s a perfect harmony of sweet, tangy, and savory. Featuring juicy pomelo segments as the star, this salad is enhanced by aromatic fresh mint and cilantro, crunchy roasted peanuts, and the delicate nuttiness of toasted coconut. For an optional protein boost, tender cooked shrimp can be added, making it even more satisfying. The zesty dressing, made with lime juice, fish sauce, and palm sugar, ties everything together in a burst of bold, citrusy flavor. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 20 minutes, is ideal as a light appetizer or a refreshing side dish. Perfect for fans of tropical flavors and nutrient-packed dishes, this Pomelo Salad is sure to elevate your dining experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 whole Pomelo
• 200 grams Cooked shrimp (optional)
• 10 grams Fresh mint leaves
• 10 grams Fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 medium Shallot
• 1 small Chili (bird's eye or red, finely sliced)
• 30 grams Roasted peanuts
• 30 grams Coconut, shredded (preferably toasted)
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
• 1 teaspoon Palm sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil (optional, for dressing)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the pomelo and remove all the thick pith. Gently separate the segments into bite-sized pieces, discarding any seeds.

Step 2

If using cooked shrimp, ensure they are peeled and deveined. Set them aside.

Step 3

Finely slice the shallot and chili. Roughly chop the roasted peanuts and set aside for garnish.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the lime juice, fish sauce, palm sugar, and vegetable oil (if using). Stir until the sugar dissolves completely, creating a tangy dressing.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the pomelo pieces with the shrimp (if using), mint leaves, cilantro leaves, sliced shallots, and sliced chili. Toss gently to mix the ingredients without breaking the pomelo pieces.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss again to evenly coat the ingredients with the dressing.

Step 7

Transfer the salad to a serving platter. Top generously with the chopped roasted peanuts and shredded toasted coconut.

Step 8

Serve immediately as a light appetizer or side dish. Enjoy the vibrant flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1411.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1067.6

Total Fat 42.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 390.6mg	0%
Sodium 1807.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 126.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.1g	0%
Total Sugars 55.9g
Protein 68.7g	0%

Vitamin D 357.6IU	0%
Calcium 207.5mg	0%
Iron 5.2mg	0%
Potassium 3375.3mg	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: 32.9%

Protein: 23.6%

Carbs: 43.5%