Ensalada Verde [+ Video] (Dominican Salad)
Ensalada Verde (Green Salad) is a traditional component of the Dominican lunch, and one of the most iconic Dominican salads.
Servings 6 servings
Calories 161kcal
Ingredients
- 1 beetroot boiled and sliced thinly
- ¼ teaspoon sugar (white, granulated) (optional)
- 2 tomato green or ripe, sliced or or sliced
- ¼ cabbage shredded finely and rinsed (or ½ head of iceberg lettuce) and rinsed
- 1 large cucumber (or two small) sliced or diced
- 1 small red onion cut into thin slices (optional)
Dominican-style vinaigrette
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (or pineapple vinegar)
- 6 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt (or more, to taste)
Instructions
- Arrange: Sprinkle the sliced beet with a pinch of sugar. Arrange the vegetables on a platter, including the beetroot.
- Mixing vinaigrette: Combine vinegar, and olive oil. Add salt to taste and stir to combine.
- Serving: Serve salad alongside the vinaigrette. If it will be served later, cover and chill.
Video
Nutrition
Calories: 161kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 409mg | Potassium: 306mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 419IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg