Deliciously Tantalizing Hawaiian Snack Salad (Paleo Friendly)
Discover this scrumptious, tropical Hawaiian Snack Salad recipe that's perfect for a Paleo diet. Featuring pineapple, bacon, macadamia nuts, and coconut oil dressing, it's an irresistible blend of sweet, savory, and crunchy flavors. Savor this vibrant dish, ideal for both main courses and side dishes, in our exclusive recipe with step-by-step instructions and stunning images from two perspectives.
Ingredients
1 cup fresh pineapple, diced 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled 1/2 cup macadamia nuts, roughly chopped 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted 1 teaspoon lime zest Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine diced pineapple, crumbled bacon, roughly chopped macadamia nuts, finely chopped red onion, and chopped cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk together melted coconut oil, lime zest, salt, and pepper to taste. Drizzle the coconut oil mixture over the pineapple mixture and toss gently to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Chefβs Insight The key to this recipe lies in the balance of sweet, savory, and salty elements, which create a harmonious flavor profile.
Notes Feel free to customize the dish by adding your favorite nuts or herbs. - Be sure to use fresh, ripe pineapple for optimal flavor.
Substitutions For a vegan version, substitute coconut bacon for the regular bacon.
Alternative Preparations This salad can be enjoyed as a side dish or main course, depending on portion size.
Alternative Methods You can air fry or oven-bake the bacon instead of cooking it in a pan.
Best Storage Practice Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Shelf Life Freshness guaranteed for up to 7 days from the purchase date when stored properly.
Plating Tips Arrange the salad in a shallow, wide dish, allowing each ingredient to showcase its texture and color. - Use a combination of pineapple chunks, crumbled bacon, chopped nuts, red onion, and cilantro for an appealing visual presentation.
Nutrition Facts Calories: 450 kcal - Fat: 35g - Protein: 12g - Carbohydrates: 30g - Fiber: 4g - Sugar: 20g - Sodium: 600mg