Pina Colada Salad
A light, tropical salad inspired by the classic piña colada — fresh pineapple, toasted coconut, creamy dressing and crunchy macadamia nuts. Great chilled as a side or dessert.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2.5 cup fresh pineapple, chopped
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut lightly toasted
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise use regular or light
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt full-fat or low-fat
- 0.25 cup honey
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 0.5 cup macadamia nuts, chopped toasted, optional
- 0.5 cup maraschino cherries, halved optional garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, honey and lime juice until smooth and well combined.
- Add the chopped pineapple to a large mixing bowl. Pour the dressing over the pineapple and gently fold to combine.
- Stir in the toasted shredded coconut, reserving a small handful for topping if desired.
- Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the coconut to soften slightly.
- Before serving, fold in most of the chopped macadamia nuts and garnish with remaining nuts and halved maraschino cherries.
- Serve chilled as a side dish or light dessert.
Notes
Make the salad a few hours ahead for best flavor. Swap macadamia nuts for toasted pecans or walnuts if preferred.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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