Tossed Salad Cubano

Bright, zesty, and bursting with Caribbean flair, Tossed Salad Cubano is a refreshing medley of vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients that transport your taste buds straight to Havana. This Cuban-inspired salad combines crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and sweet orange segments, perfectly balanced by the tanginess of green olives and a light citrusy dressing made with lime juice, olive oil, and a touch of honey. Accents of fresh cilantro and thinly sliced radishes add pops of color and an extra layer of texture. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad is perfect as a light main course or a flavorful side dish to complement grilled meats or seafood. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or craving something tropical, this salad delivers a refreshing and healthy taste of Cuba!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Romaine lettuce
• 0.5 medium, thinly sliced Red onion
• 2 medium, diced Tomatoes
• 1 medium, diced Cucumber
• 1 large, diced Avocado
• 1 large, peeled and segmented Orange
• 4 small, thinly sliced Radishes
• 0.25 cup, chopped Fresh cilantro
• 0.5 cup, sliced Green olives
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon White vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 clove, minced Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon, freshly ground Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thoroughly dry the romaine lettuce. Tear it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Add the thinly sliced red onion, diced tomatoes, diced cucumber, diced avocado, orange segments, sliced radishes, chopped cilantro, and sliced green olives to the bowl.

Step 3

In a small mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, white vinegar, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until the dressing is emulsified and smooth.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients evenly without breaking up the delicate avocado or oranges.

Step 5

Serve immediately as a side dish or enjoy as a light main course. Optionally, garnish with additional cilantro or a drizzle of olive oil for presentation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1304.1 grams (1304.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1135

Total Fat 92.00g	118%
Saturated Fat 14.30g	72%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3621mg	157%
Total Carbohydrate 82.40g	30%
Dietary Fiber 28.70g	102%
Total Sugars 38.70g
Protein 13.80g	28%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 357mg	27%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 2677mg	57%

*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: 68.3%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 27.2%