Name: Hearts of Palm Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 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); 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; 1/4 cup roughly chopped parsley, plus additional to garnish

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Introduction

Hearts of Palm Salad is a fresh and vibrant dish perfect for warm weather or light lunches. Featuring crisp vegetables and a tangy, creamy dressing, it’s easy to prepare and wonderfully refreshing.

A close-up image showing a white bowl filled with a colorful salad. The salad has several layers: the bottom layer includes red tomato slices and some pieces of onion. On top, there are thinly sliced radishes, small white round slices that look like hearts of palm, and chopped green herbs scattered across. A woman's hand is seen pouring a creamy light yellow dressing from a glass jar in the top right corner, drizzling it over the salad. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

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)
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 for garnish if desired

Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl or container, whisk together the olive oil, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the sliced hearts of palm, halved tomatoes, celery, radishes, red onion, and chopped parsley. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Step 3: Sprinkle additional parsley over the salad for garnish if desired, then serve immediately or chill for a short time before serving.

Tips & Variations

For a tangier dressing, add a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar or a pinch of honey to balance the flavors.
Try adding sliced avocado or cucumber for extra creaminess and crunch.
Use fresh lemon juice rather than bottled for a brighter citrus flavor.
If you prefer a dairy-free option, substitute mayonnaise with a plant-based alternative or Greek yogurt.

Storage

Store the salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. For best texture, keep the dressing separate and toss just before serving. If refrigerated, allow the salad to come to room temperature for 10–15 minutes or enjoy chilled.

How to Serve

A white bowl filled with a colorful pasta salad featuring three main layers: small shell pasta in a creamy white sauce forms the base layer, scattered with yellow banana peppers and chopped fresh herbs on top. Thin slices of red onion and radishes add pink and red tones, mixed evenly throughout. The bowl is placed on a white marbled surface alongside a glass of light yellow dressing and a pink cloth napkin holding a silver fork and spoon. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh hearts of palm instead of canned?

Fresh hearts of palm can be used, but they require more prep, including peeling and slicing. Canned or jarred hearts of palm are convenient and have a consistent texture.

Is this salad suitable for vegans?

The recipe contains mayonnaise, which is typically not vegan. You can substitute it with vegan mayonnaise or omit it entirely and adjust the dressing with a little extra olive oil and lemon juice.