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Hearts of Palm Salad Recipe

4.9 from 98 reviews

A refreshing and vibrant Hearts of Palm Salad featuring crisp vegetables and a tangy lemon-Dijon dressing. Perfect as a light side or a healthy snack, this no-cook salad combines creamy mayonnaise with zesty lemon juice and mustard to enhance the delicate flavor of hearts of palm.

Ingredients

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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)

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
  • 1/4 cup roughly chopped parsley, plus additional to garnish

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. Combine the salad ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the drained and sliced hearts of palm, halved cherry or grape tomatoes, thinly sliced celery, radishes, quartered and thinly sliced red onion, and roughly chopped parsley.
  3. Toss and serve: Pour the prepared dressing over the mixed salad ingredients and toss gently to coat all components evenly. Sprinkle with additional parsley if desired, then serve immediately or chilled.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor in the dressing.
  • Hearts of palm can be found canned or jarred in most grocery stores in the canned vegetable or specialty produce section.
  • For added protein, consider topping the salad with grilled chicken or chickpeas.
  • This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day without losing its texture.
  • Adjust salt and pepper according to taste preferences.

Keywords: Hearts of Palm Salad, no-cook salad, healthy salad, vegetarian salad, lemon mustard dressing, easy side dish