Hearts of Palm and Spinach Salad

Bright, vibrant, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Hearts of Palm and Spinach Salad is a beautifully balanced dish perfect for any occasion. Tender baby spinach forms the base, while the subtly tangy and creamy hearts of palm add a tropical twist. Juicy cherry tomatoes, buttery avocado, and sharp red onion create an irresistible medley of textures and flavors. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing made with extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option), this salad is both refreshing and satisfying. With just 15 minutes of prep, it’s an easy yet elegant choice for a light lunch, side dish, or vegetarian main course.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups baby spinach
• 1 can (14 ounces) hearts of palm
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 large avocado
• 0.25 medium red onion
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the baby spinach, then place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Drain and rinse the hearts of palm, then slice them into 1/4-inch rounds. Add them to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Peel and pit the avocado, then cut it into cubes. Add it to the salad bowl, gently stirring to prevent it from mashing.

Step 5

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl for a pop of sharp flavor.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh Hearts of Palm and Spinach Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1044.5 grams (1044.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	911

Total Fat 73.80g	95%
Saturated Fat 10.50g	53%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.60g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4061mg	177%
Total Carbohydrate 58.80g	21%
Dietary Fiber 29.80g	106%
Total Sugars 13.10g
Protein 20.10g	40%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 454mg	35%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 2115mg	45%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.8%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 24.0%