Best 4 Kicked Up Cuban Salad Recipes

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**Kicked-Up Cuban Salad: A Refreshing and Flavorful Medley of Caribbean Delights**

Experience the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with this kicked-up Cuban salad. A delightful blend of fresh vegetables, zesty citrus, and aromatic herbs, this salad is a refreshing and healthy treat that will transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of Cuba. Discover a symphony of flavors as you bite into crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and sweet bell peppers, all tossed in a tangy dressing infused with lime, garlic, and cumin. This salad is not just a side dish; it's a fiesta of flavors that will leave you craving more. From the classic Cuban salad to its variations, including a hearty black bean salad and a refreshing citrus salad, this article offers a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling revitalized.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

KICKED-UP CUBAN SALAD



Kicked-Up Cuban Salad image

Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 avocados, chopped
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 small red onion, sliced into rings
1 small jalapeno, seeded and diced
1 pineapple, chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Pinch cayenne
Pinch salt

Steps:

  • For the salad: Add the avocado, lettuce, red onion, jalapeno and pineapple to a large bowl.
  • For the dressing: Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, cumin, cayenne and salt in a small bowl. Pour some of the dressing over the salad and toss, adding more if desired. Reserve any extra dressing for later use.

CUBAN POTATO SALAD WITH SCALLION VINAIGRETTE



Cuban Potato Salad with Scallion Vinaigrette image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pounds small red potatoes, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
3 cups cooked black beans
2 bunches of scallions, white and part of green, sliced
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 bunch chives, thinly sliced, for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the potatoes until tender, about 10 minutes. Set aside. When cool, transfer to a large bowl and combine with black beans.
  • In a blender combine the scallions, sour cream and lemon juice. Pulse a few times to mix, then puree until smooth. Add salt, pepper and mayonnaise. Blend just to combine. Garnish with chopped chives.
  • Drizzle vinaigrette over salad, then toss until potatoes and beans are well coated.

CUBAN SALAD



Cuban Salad image

Cuban salads typically are refreshing, yet uncomplicated, and they're always a nice addition to what often can be a heavy Cuban meal. Served with a loaf of crusty Cuban bread isn't a bad idea either!

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped
4 medium tomatoes (such as Campari®), cut into wedges
2 medium avocados - peeled, pitted, and cubed
1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced
½ (15.5 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
¼ cup fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon honey
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine romaine, tomatoes, avocados, onion, and black beans in a large bowl; toss to combine.
  • Whisk lime juice, honey, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. While constantly whisking, stream in the olive oil until dressing is well combined.
  • Drizzle some of the dressing over the salad, toss, taste, and add more dressing if desired. If there's any extra dressing, refrigerate for later use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 536.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Fat 43.7 g, Fiber 16.1 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 384.7 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

EASY CUBAN SALAD



Easy Cuban Salad image

This refreshing salad relies on a few ingredients and the addition of a brightly flavored citrus dressing.

Provided by Bibi

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 head romaine lettuce - rinsed, dried and chopped
2 medium tomatoes, cut into 8 wedges
8 medium radishes, thinly sliced
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and chopped

Steps:

  • Combine olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a 1-pint container or jar with tight-fitting lid. Tightly close the lid and shake until the ingredients are well blended. Refrigerate until ready to toss with the salad, or up to 3 days.
  • Combine chopped romaine, tomato wedges, sliced radishes, sliced red onion, and chopped avocado in a large bowl. Add as much dressing as you like, and toss all ingredients. Refrigerate unused salad dressing.
  • Serve dressed, tossed salads on individual salad plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 299.9 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe, fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the salad will taste. Look for ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, and bell peppers with bright colors and no blemishes.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A little bit of dressing goes a long way. Too much dressing will weigh down the salad and make it soggy.
  • Let the flavors meld: After you dress the salad, let it sit for a few minutes so the flavors can meld together. This will make the salad taste even better.
  • Serve the salad chilled: This salad is best served chilled. You can chill it for a few hours or overnight before serving.

Conclusion:

This Kicked-Up Cuban Salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer cookout or potluck. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its bright flavors and textures, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a delicious and healthy salad to serve, give this Kicked-Up Cuban Salad a try!

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