If you're looking for a light and refreshing salad that's a little out of the ordinary, this lemony hearts of palm salad is for you. It’s made with creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tender hearts of palm, all tossed in a zippy lemon vinaigrette.
Think of it as a cousin to my tomato cucumber salad, but with a fun twist. Hearts of palm add a subtle tang and a unique texture, kind of like a mashup between artichoke hearts and white asparagus. And they’re just as easy to use as they are delicious.
You might already be familiar with them from my vegan hearts of palm ceviche, where they shine as the star of the dish. But in this salad, they’re more like the glue that binds everything together and elevates each bite.
This hearts of palm salad comes together in about 15 minutes and is ideal for warm-weather meals, light lunches, or sharing at a potluck. It pairs effortlessly with dishes like Mediterranean tofu tacos, crispy chickpea burgers, or pasta with sun-dried tomato sauce.
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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!
- Sharon
Ingredients
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.
Tomatoes: Cherry or grape tomatoes are my preference, but larger firm tomatoes like Roma can be substituted.
Cucumber: I prefer using an English cucumber, but any variety is fine.
Please see the recipe card at the bottom of this post for the complete ingredients, measurements, and instructions.
Instructions
- 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.
- Add the cucumbers, tomatoes, avocados, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt to the bowl.
- Carefully toss to combine. Taste and add salt, if needed. Enjoy right away, or cover and refrigerate for later.
Serving suggestions
This lemony hearts of palm salad is incredibly versatile. Serve it as:
- A light lunch with crusty bread or Mediterranean yellow rice
- A refreshing starter for any warm-weather meal
- A vibrant side for tofu and pineapple skewers, vegan burgers, or your favorite pasta
It also travels well and makes a great addition to potlucks or picnics, though it’s best enjoyed the day it’s made.
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📋 Recipe
Hearts of Palm Salad with Avocado, Tomato, and Cucumber
Ingredients
- 1-14 ounce can hearts of palm, 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 extra virgin olive oil
- salt, to taste
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a large bowl. Carefully fold to combine.1-14 ounce can hearts of palm, 1 cucumber, 1 dry pint cherry tomatoes, 1 avocado, 3 Tablespoon lemon juice, 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, salt
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for later.
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Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimation only.
Sharon says
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!
Amy says
I'm so glad you enjoyed it, Sharon! Radishes are a great addition.