Hearts of Palm Salad Recipe

Introduction

This Hearts of Palm Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish perfect for warm days or as a light side. Crisp vegetables and a tangy dressing come together to create a colorful, flavorful salad that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.

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 if desired)

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl or container, whisk together the olive oil, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
2. 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 evenly.
3. Step 3: Sprinkle with additional parsley if desired, then serve immediately for best freshness.

Tips & Variations

• Use different colored tomatoes and radishes to add beautiful pops of color to the salad.
• Add 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest along with the lemon juice for an extra bright, citrusy flavor.
• Try whole grain Dijon mustard to introduce a nice texture from the little crunchy seeds.
• This salad can be prepared a few hours ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator to let the flavors meld.

Storage

Store the salad covered in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. For best texture, toss gently again before serving. Reheating is not recommended as the salad is best enjoyed chilled and fresh.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh hearts of palm instead of jarred?

Fresh hearts of palm can be used but may require peeling and slicing carefully. Jarred hearts of palm are convenient, already tender, and well-suited for this salad.

What can I serve this salad with?

This salad pairs well with grilled meats, seafood, or as a light lunch on its own. It also works nicely alongside crusty bread or as part of a picnic spread.

Hearts of Palm Salad Recipe

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A refreshing and colorful Hearts of Palm Salad featuring a light, tangy dressing made with olive oil, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard, combined with crisp celery, radishes, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and fresh parsley. Perfect as a light lunch or side dish, this salad is easy to prepare and can be made ahead.

• Author: Lisa
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Salad
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

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 for 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 bowl, combine the sliced hearts of palm, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced celery, radishes, quartered and sliced red onion, and roughly chopped parsley. Toss gently to mix all the components evenly.
3. Toss with Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture, and toss everything together carefully to coat all the ingredients with the dressing evenly.
4. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle additional chopped parsley on top for garnish, and serve immediately. Alternatively, cover and refrigerate for a couple of hours to let flavors meld before serving.

Notes

• Using different colored tomatoes and radishes gives this salad nice pops of color.
• Try adding 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest along with the lemon juice for extra brightness.
• Use whole grain Dijon mustard to add crunchy texture from the mustard seeds.
• This salad can be made a couple of hours ahead and stored covered in the fridge to enhance the flavors.

Keywords: Hearts of Palm Salad, vegetarian salad, no-cook salad, healthy salad, spring salad, easy salad recipe