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    Home » Salads

    Cuban Salad

    Published: Feb 8, 2014 · Updated: Jun 30, 2022 by Angela Coleby · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads ·

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     This Cuban salad combines avocado, radishes, tomatoes and onion together to make a very refreshing salad.  It's easy to make and is very refreshing. The dressing is fresh and uplifting too.

    A salad that is full of colour and looks good enough to eat!  Part of the fun is the assembling of the salad but you could change how I have it if you are feeling creative enough. I had difficulty restraining myself from munching the whole plate in one sitting!

    cuban salad recipe

    This Cuban salad needs to be eaten pretty soon after making as the avocado may start to discolor.  If you wanted to bring this salad to a pot luck then toss the avocado in fresh lemon juice first to stop the browning.

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    • WHAT IS A CUBAN SALAD?
    • CUBAN SALAD INGREDIENTS
    • HOW TO MAKE A CUBAN SALAD
    • VARIATIONS
    • STORAGE
    • MORE LOW CARB SALADS
    • Cuban Salad

    WHAT IS A CUBAN SALAD?

    A Cuban salad is a simple classic salad with colorful layers of lettuce, ripe avocados, ripe tomatoes, radishes and onion in a tangy lime dressing. The appearance of a Cuban salad is very distinctive and makes a great addition to any table or potluck.

    This salad makes a great side salad for a gathering or a hearty main salad for fewer people.

    CUBAN SALAD INGREDIENTS

    All of the ingredients in this salad recipe are low in carbs making it a great low carb salad. The key is to slice the vegetables into thin slices and bite-size pieces.

    cuban salad ingredients

    Ensure that all the ingredients are fresh for a tasty dish.

    We used a Romaine lettuce but iceberg lettuce can be used. You need a firm lettuce that can be sliced rather than a bag of spring salad leaves.

    HOW TO MAKE A CUBAN SALAD

    Once all the vegetables are chopped or sliced, the layering of the salad begins!

    salad dressing
    shredded lettuce
    avocado layer

    Whisk the salad dressing ingredients

    Place the chopped lettuce on a serving plate

    Layer the sliced avocado on the lettuce.

    radish
    onion layer
    tomato layers

    Arrange the sliced radishes

    Scatter the chopped onion on the radish

    Tomatoes go on the outside of the salad and the dressing is drizzled over.

    VARIATIONS

    Take this basic salad and add additional protein such as cheese, shredded chicken or even slice hard boiled eggs.

    You can play around with the arrangement of the layers and fit them to the serving plate size that you are using.

    Spice up the dressing by adding cumin or cayenne pepper.

    Add sliced jalapeno for extra heat.

    STORAGE

    This salad is best served fresh. If you have any leftovers, keep the salad in an air tight container and consume the next day.

    cuban salad recipe

    MORE LOW CARB SALADS

    Grilled Watermelon Halloumi Salad

    Shrimp Zucchini Salad

    Grilled Chayote Salad

    Chicken Fajita Salad

    This recipe was originally published in February 2014. The photos and content have been updated but the recipe remains the same.

    cuban salad recipe

    Cuban Salad

    Angela Coleby
    This Cuban salad is a colourful and simple salad where presentation is key. All the ingredients are low carb too!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Salad
    Cuisine Cuban, Low Carb
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 178 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 head romaine lettuce
    • 2 large tomatoes sliced or cut into wedges
    • 1 Avocado sliced
    • ½ small red onion peeled and finely sliced
    • 6 large radishes sliced

    Dressing

    • ¼ cup fresh lime juice
    • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
    • ½ cup olive oil
    • 3 cloves garlic minced
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper

    Instructions
     

    • In a small bowl, mix the salad dressing ingredients.
    • Shred the lettuce and place on a serving dish or plate.
    • Arrange the sliced avocado on the centre of the lettuce
    • Place the slithers of red onion around the avocado.
    • Place the radish slices over the onion.
    • Finish with the tomatoes around the outside edge of the plate.
    • Drizzle the dressing over the salad and serve immediately.

    Notes

    The net carbs will be the total carb count minus the fibre count. Carb count excludes sugar alcohols.
    Any nutritional analysis on the website is based on an estimate, calculated by Spoonacular from the individual ingredients in each recipe. Variations may occur for various reasons, including product availability and food preparation. We make no representation or warranty of the accuracy of this information.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1servingCalories: 178kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 17gSodium: 154mgFiber: 3g
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    1. jamiemid

      February 08, 2014 at 1:47 pm

      This looks delicious, and I have all the ingredients in my pantry. My husband and I will enjoy this later today. I already know it will be delicious since I like everything that is in it!

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      • Divalicious

        February 08, 2014 at 1:49 pm

        Fabulous! Enjoy!

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