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Hearts of Palm Salad Recipe

4.5 from 77 reviews

This fresh and vibrant Hearts of Palm Salad combines tender hearts of palm with crisp vegetables and a zesty lemon-mustard dressing, making it a light and refreshing dish perfect for lunch or as a side salad.

Ingredients

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For the Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

For the Salad

  • 2 (14-ounce) jars hearts of palm, drained and sliced 1/2-inch thick
  • 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup thinly sliced celery
  • 1 cup thinly sliced radishes
  • 1 red onion, quartered and thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup roughly chopped parsley, plus additional to garnish if desired

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl or container, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper until smooth and well combined.
  2. Assemble the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced hearts of palm, halved cherry or grape tomatoes, thinly sliced celery, radishes, red onion, and roughly chopped parsley.
  3. Dress the Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients. Toss gently but thoroughly to ensure all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
  4. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle additional chopped parsley on top if desired for extra color and freshness. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, substitute mayonnaise with a vegan mayo alternative.
  • Can be prepared a few hours in advance and chilled for enhanced flavor.
  • Hearts of palm add a unique, slightly nutty taste with a firm texture, making this salad stand out.
  • Serve as a refreshing side or a light main dish with crusty bread.
  • Adjust salt and pepper to taste after tossing the salad for perfect seasoning.

Keywords: hearts of palm salad, fresh salad, vegetarian salad, no-cook salad, lemon mustard dressing, healthy side dish