Jamaican Garden Salad

Bursting with vibrant colors and tropical flavors, this Jamaican Garden Salad is a refreshing and healthy dish that's perfect for any occasion. Packed with crisp romaine lettuce, crunchy red cabbage, sweet mango, creamy avocado, and a medley of fresh vegetables like carrots, cucumbers, and cherry tomatoes, this salad is as visually appealing as it is delicious. A hint of zesty lime and a drizzle of honey-lime dressing elevate the flavors, while scallions and cilantro add a fragrant, herbaceous touch. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes and full of wholesome ingredients, this Caribbean-inspired salad is the ideal side dish or light meal. Serve it as a refreshing addition to your summer menu or pair it with jerk chicken or grilled seafood for the ultimate island dining experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Red cabbage
• 1 medium Carrot
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Mango
• 1 large Avocado
• 2 stalks Scallions (green onions)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
• 1 large Lime
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry all vegetables and fruits thoroughly.

Step 2

Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Shred the red cabbage and add it to the bowl with the lettuce.

Step 4

Peel and grate the carrot, then add it to the salad bowl.

Step 5

Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and add them to the bowl.

Step 6

Halve the cherry tomatoes and toss them into the salad.

Step 7

Peel and dice the mango into bite-sized chunks, then add it to the mix.

Step 8

Halve, pit, and slice the avocado, placing the slices on top of the salad.

Step 9

Thinly slice the scallions and sprinkle them over the salad.

Step 10

Roughly chop the fresh cilantro and add it as a garnish.

Step 11

In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of the lime, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 12

Drizzle the dressing over the salad just before serving.

Step 13

Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1175.2 grams (1175.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	865

Total Fat 59.50g	76%
Saturated Fat 8.80g	44%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1314mg	57%
Total Carbohydrate 89.80g	33%
Dietary Fiber 27.30g	98%
Total Sugars 46.70g
Protein 12.70g	25%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 247mg	19%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 2723mg	58%

*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: 56.6%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 38.0%