Chayote and Hearts-of-Palm Salad

Chayote and Hearts-of-Palm Salad
Chayote and Hearts-of-Palm Salad might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe covers 17% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. This recipe makes 8 servings with 202 calories, 4g of protein, and 7g of fat each. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, primal, and whole 30 diet. If you have lime juice, hearts of palm, onion, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 1 hour.

Instructions

1
Mince garlic and mash to a paste with 1/2 teaspoon salt using side of a large heavy knife.
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Whisk together lime juice, oil, and garlic paste in a large bowl, then add onion, tossing to coat.
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Halve chayotes lengthwise, then peel with a vegetable peeler and scoop out pits with a spoon.
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Cut chayotes crosswise into 1/3-inch-thick slices, then halve slices lengthwise to make 1/3-inch-thick sticks (sticks will not be uniform).
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Cook chayotes in a 4- to 6-quart pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 6 minutes.
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Drain well in a colander, then, while still hot, toss with dressing. Cool to room temperature.
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Cut hearts of palm diagonally into 1/4-inch-thick slices, then add to chayote mixture along with celery, parsley, cilantro, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Gently toss.
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Salad, without herbs, can be made 3 hours ahead and chilled, covered. Bring to room temperature and stir in herbs before serving.
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Ready In1 h
Servings8
Health Score44
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