Heart of Palm Salad

Salpicón de Palmitos is a refreshing and vibrant salad popular throughout Latin America, particularly in countries like Mexico, Colombia, and Venezuela. The dish is centered around tender, shredded hearts of palm, typically tossed with a colorful medley of fresh vegetables like tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers, all dressed in a zesty lime or vinegar-based vinaigrette.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This salad is generally low in calories and fat while being a good source of dietary fiber and essential minerals. A typical serving provides a light yet satisfying boost of nutrients like potassium and vitamin C without being heavy on carbohydrates or proteins.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	85 kcal
Protein	2.5 g
Carbs	13 g
Fat	3.5 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	380 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Vitamin C	25 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Manganese	0.8 mg
Copper	0.3 mg
Phosphorus	80 mg
Magnesium	40 mg
Vitamin B6	0.15 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culinarily, it's a versatile dish that can serve as a standalone vegetarian meal, a side dish, or a filling for tacos and arepas. Nutritionally, hearts of palm are a unique vegetable harvested from the inner core of certain palm trees, offering a tender texture and a mild, slightly artichoke-like flavor that's both distinctive and nutritious.