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    Home » Recipes » Vegan Salad Recipes

    Hearts of Palm Salad

    By: Amy Katz · Published: Aug 21, 2015 · Last modified: May 24, 2023 · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Special diet: gluten-free, nut-free, soy-free, vegan
    Bowl of Hearts of Palm Salad.

    Easy to make in 15 minutes, light and refreshing Hearts of Palm Salad features avocado, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes in a lemon dressing. It pairs well with everything from Mediterranean to Mexican-inspired dishes. Or enjoy it as a light lunch with some crusty bread.

    Bowl of salad with half a lemon in the background

    If you enjoy the flavors of avocados and Cucumber and Tomato Salad and want to try something a little different, this Hearts of Palm Salad for you. It's lightly dressed in a lemony vinaigrette so that the fresh flavors of the vegetables really shine.

    And if you've never tried hearts of palm, they are very easy to work with and have a mild taste similar to artichoke hearts. Often used to make vegan hearts of palm ceviche, they may become your favorite salad ingredient.

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    Why you'll love this recipe

    • It takes less than 15 minutes to make and goes well with just about everything.
    • It only requires 6 ingredients, plus salt.
    • This salad with hearts of palm is a unique twist on the classic combination of avocado, cucumber, and tomatoes.

    Ingredients

    Labeled ingredients needed to make this recipe.

    Cucumber: I prefer using an English cucumber, but any variety is fine.

    Tomatoes: Cherry or grape tomatoes are my preference, but larger firm tomatoes like Roma can be substituted.

    Hearts of palm: Available in cans and jars, they can be found at many supermarkets near the artichoke hearts and other specialty vegetables. I prefer to buy ones that are organic and sustainably sourced.

    Native Forest Organic Hearts of Palm

    • Certified organic
    • Harvested from stalks of select wild "Euterpe" palms, which grow back again, a renewable resource
    • Tender and delicious
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    Variations

    It's easy to customize this Hearts of Palm Salad to make it your own.

    • Add other vegetables like sliced radishes, sweet bell peppers, and red onions
    • Substitute lime juice or red wine vinegar for the fresh lemon juice
    • Use avocado oil instead of olive oil
    • Add fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro

    For the complete list of ingredients with measurements plus recipe instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    Instructions

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    1. Slice the hearts of palm into circles and place them in a medium bowl. It's okay if some of them are soft and fall apart. It's not important that they keep their shape.
    2. Add the cucumbers, tomatoes, avocados, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt to the bowl.
    3. Carefully toss to combine. Taste and add salt, if needed. Enjoy right away, or cover and refrigerate for later.

    Serving suggestions

    Close up overhead image of salad

    Hearts of Palm Salad can be eaten on its own as a light meal or served as a starter or side. And it's wonderful to take to potlucks and picnics.

    Since the flavors pair well with a variety of cuisines, it goes well with everything from Mediterranean tofu tacos to crispy chickpea burgers to pasta with sun-dried tomato sauce.

    I also enjoy it as a light lunch or dinner with some warm Bread SRSLY sourdough. (Use code VEGGIESSAVETHEDAY for $5 off your first order.)

    Storing

    Leftover salad can be covered and refrigerated for up to 2 days, but it's best enjoyed the day it was made. It should not be frozen.

    Recipe FAQs

    What are hearts of palm?

    Hearts of palm are the inner portion of the stem of the cabbage palm, which is Florida's official state tree. This vegetable resembles white asparagus stalks and is delicately flavored.

    What do hearts of palm taste like?

    Their flavor is mild and similar to artichoke hearts, white asparagus, and water chestnuts.

    Where do I buy hearts of palm?

    They are available in both cans and jars at most supermarkets near the artichoke hearts and canned beans.

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    And for even more recipes, join the Vegan Mediterranean Diet Recipes Facebook group for support, inspiration, and fun.

    If you love this recipe, please give it 5 stars! ★★★★★

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    Bowl of avocado and hearts of palm salad with lemon in background

    Hearts of Palm Salad

    Easy to make in 15 minutes, light and refreshing Hearts of Palm Salad features avocado, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes in a lemon dressing.
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    Special diet: gluten-free, nut-free, soy-free, vegan
    Course: Salad, Side Dish
    Cuisine: Fusion, Mediterranean
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 136kcal
    Author: Amy Katz

    Ingredients

    • 1 can hearts of palm, (14 ounces) rinsed, patted dry, and sliced into circles (don't worry if they fall apart.)
    • 1 cucumber, peeled and seeded, sliced into half moons
    • 1 dry pint cherry tomatoes, halved
    • 1 avocado, cubed
    • 3 Tablespoon lemon juice, (about one lemon)
    • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
    • salt, to taste
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    Instructions

    • Add all the ingredients to a large bowl. Carefully fold to combine.
    • Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for later.

    Notes

    Where to buy hearts of palm:
    Look for them sold in cans and jars at your local supermarket near the artichoke hearts and other specialty shelf-stable vegetables. Or you can buy them online from Amazon.
    Storing:
    Leftover salad can be covered and refrigerated for up to 2 days, but it's best enjoyed the day it was made. 
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 136kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 512mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 475IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutritional information is an estimation only.

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    About Amy

    Amy Katz is a vegan recipe developer, photographer, and Certified Vegan Nutrition Health Coach. She loves sharing delicious plant-based Mediterranean diet recipes that home cooks of all levels can enjoy. Her easy vegan recipes have been featured on HuffPost, LIVESTRONG, Healthline, Parade, VegNews, BuzzFeed, MSN, Greatist, Country Living, Insider, Brit+Co, Well+Good, and more. She lives in Orange County, California with the love of her life, Brad, and their adorable black cat, Ozzy.

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    1. Deb Clark

      June 10, 2020 at 9:20 am

      Hearts of Palm is often overlooked. I love that you've made them the star of this show. I can eat them right out of the jar. Looks delicious and I can't wait to try this salad!!

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      • Amy Katz

        June 10, 2020 at 10:39 am

        Thanks Deb! This is one of our favorite summer salads.

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    2. Sharon

      October 28, 2018 at 10:27 am

      5 stars
      I also added radishes to this yummy salad, and poured an avocado oil dressing on it. Love hearts of palm. I used to eat swamp cabbage all the time when my relatives would chop it out the the cabbage palm. So good and fresh! Thanks!

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      • Amy

        October 28, 2018 at 11:02 am

        I'm so glad you enjoyed it, Sharon! Radishes are a great addition.

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