Jamaican Inspired Chopped Salad
It’s possible to eat the rainbow even when traveling
One of the best ways to get to know another culture is to experience their cuisine. During our recent trip to Jamaica, I had this salad a number of times because it was that good. One of the best things you can do for your health is eat an abundance of different foods. This is not only good for your gut health but also keeps things interesting in the kitchen and on your plate! Keep reading for some island inspiration with this colorful salad.
Method:
Prep/chop all the ingredients.
To prepare the grilled pineapple, using a grill pan, chop pineapple into 1 inch or so size chunks and grill on the pan. Make extra so you can use for multiple salads in a week and/or use for a salsa for tacos another night!
To prepare shrimp, place them in a bowl and toss with a drizzle of avocado oil and some salt/pepper - if you have jerk seasoning you can add that in as well for extra flavor. I bought some in Jamaica but this looks like a good option if you’re not going there anytime soon! Reheat the grill pan and cook the shrimp. Store extras for another day in an airtight glass container - they will last for another 2-3 days!
Whisk up dressing ingredients (double or triple them if you’re batch making for a few days) I like to put them in a jar and shake it up so I have it for a few days.
Place ingredients in a large bowl next to each other and take a moment to enjoy how colorful they look next to each other.
Then dress the salad, mix it, chop it and enjoy!
Ingredients:
Salad:
2 cups mix of chopped romaine and radicchio lettuces
2 tbsp capers
1/2 cup grilled pineapple (make extra to use for a salsa for another meal during the week!)
1/2 sliced avocado
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/2 cup sliced baby tomatoes
1/2 hearts of palm
1/2 cup baby shrimp or large shrimp chopped- with jerk seasoning to taste (probably 1-2 tsp) if you can swing it!
Salad dressing:
1 tbsp stone ground mustard
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp honey
salt and pepper to taste
I hope you enjoy! If you make this, be sure to tag me on Instagram and/or comment below!
xx, Ashley