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Authentic Thai Pomelo Salad

A vibrant and refreshing dish that combines sweet and tangy pomelo with fresh vegetables and proteins, offering a perfect balance of textures.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 Large pomelo, peeled and segmented
  • 1 cup cooked shrimp or grilled chicken (optional)
  • 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, crushed
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine the pomelo segments, shrimp or chicken (if using), red onion, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and cilantro in a large bowl.
  2. Prepare the dressing by whisking together the fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and chili flakes in a small bowl.
  3. Toss the salad gently with the dressing to coat all ingredients evenly.
  4. Top with crushed peanuts before serving.
  5. Serve fresh, enjoying the salad chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Choose a ripe pomelo for juiciness, lightly toast crushed peanuts for extra flavor, and adjust the dressing sweetness to personal preference.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Thai salad, pomelo salad, healthy salad, refreshing salad, summer dish