Description
Island Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines tropical fruits like pineapple and mango with crisp vegetables and a light citrus dressing. This easy-to-make salad is perfect as a side for grilled seafood or chicken, offering a healthy, colorful plate full of sweet and tangy flavors balanced with a hint of honey and zesty lime.
Ingredients
Salad
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 mango, diced
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- ½ red bell pepper, diced
- ¼ cup shredded coconut (optional)
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the greens: Place the mixed greens into a large serving bowl as the salad base.
- Add the fruits and vegetables: Add the pineapple chunks, diced mango, sliced cucumber, and diced red bell pepper on top of the greens.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.
- Toss the salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the shredded coconut over the top if desired and serve immediately for the freshest taste.
Notes
- Add grilled shrimp or chicken to include extra protein and make it a complete meal.
- Use ripe, fresh tropical fruits for the best and sweetest flavor profile.
- Serve the salad immediately after dressing to keep the greens crisp and fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Caribbean
