Best 5 Easy Cuban Salad Recipes

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Ready to embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of Cuba? We bring you "Easy Cuban Salad," a delectable dish that captures the essence of Cuban cuisine. This refreshingly light and tangy salad is a harmonious blend of crisp vegetables, succulent fruits, and savory Cuban spices. With its explosion of colors and flavors, this quintessential Cuban salad is the perfect side dish to accompany any meal or as a standalone light lunch. Join us as we explore this simple yet extraordinary recipe, where you'll discover a delightful fusion of tropical flavors that will transport you to the heart of Cuba.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

EASY CUBAN SALAD



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This refreshing salad relies on a few ingredients and the addition of a brightly flavored citrus dressing.

Provided by Bibi

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 head romaine lettuce - rinsed, dried and chopped
2 medium tomatoes, cut into 8 wedges
8 medium radishes, thinly sliced
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and chopped

Steps:

  • Combine olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a 1-pint container or jar with tight-fitting lid. Tightly close the lid and shake until the ingredients are well blended. Refrigerate until ready to toss with the salad, or up to 3 days.
  • Combine chopped romaine, tomato wedges, sliced radishes, sliced red onion, and chopped avocado in a large bowl. Add as much dressing as you like, and toss all ingredients. Refrigerate unused salad dressing.
  • Serve dressed, tossed salads on individual salad plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 299.9 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

CUBAN SALAD



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Cuban salads typically are refreshing, yet uncomplicated, and they're always a nice addition to what often can be a heavy Cuban meal. Served with a loaf of crusty Cuban bread isn't a bad idea either!

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped
4 medium tomatoes (such as Campari®), cut into wedges
2 medium avocados - peeled, pitted, and cubed
1 medium red onion, halved and thinly sliced
½ (15.5 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
¼ cup fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon honey
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine romaine, tomatoes, avocados, onion, and black beans in a large bowl; toss to combine.
  • Whisk lime juice, honey, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. While constantly whisking, stream in the olive oil until dressing is well combined.
  • Drizzle some of the dressing over the salad, toss, taste, and add more dressing if desired. If there's any extra dressing, refrigerate for later use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 536.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Fat 43.7 g, Fiber 16.1 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 384.7 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

CUBANO SALAD



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon finely grated garlic
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 radishes, thinly sliced
2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
1/2 head iceberg lettuce, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 small avocado, cut into chunks

Steps:

  • Whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste in a medium bowl. Whisk in the olive oil.
  • Combine the radishes, tomatoes, lettuce and onions in a large bowl and toss with just enough dressing to coat. Top with the avocado.

KICKED-UP CUBAN SALAD



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Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 avocados, chopped
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 small red onion, sliced into rings
1 small jalapeno, seeded and diced
1 pineapple, chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Pinch cayenne
Pinch salt

Steps:

  • For the salad: Add the avocado, lettuce, red onion, jalapeno and pineapple to a large bowl.
  • For the dressing: Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, cumin, cayenne and salt in a small bowl. Pour some of the dressing over the salad and toss, adding more if desired. Reserve any extra dressing for later use.

CUBAN GARLIC SALAD DRESSING



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Make and share this Cuban Garlic Salad Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by FloridaGrl

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup white vinegar
1 1/2 cups extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dry mustard
4 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 teaspoon oregano

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients throughly with wire whisk. Serve at room temperature.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better your salad will taste. This is especially important for the tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions.
  • Choose a good quality olive oil: The olive oil is one of the key ingredients in this salad, so it's important to choose a good quality one. Look for an extra virgin olive oil that has a fruity flavor.
  • Don't overdress the salad: A little bit of dressing goes a long way. You don't want to drown the salad in dressing, or it will be too oily and heavy.
  • Let the salad marinate: Letting the salad marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving allows the flavors to meld together and develop.
  • Serve the salad chilled: This salad is best served chilled. You can chill it for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator before serving, or you can make it ahead of time and chill it overnight.

Conclusion:

This Cuban salad is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for a summer cookout or potluck. It's easy to make and can be made ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights. The combination of fresh vegetables, tangy dressing, and flavorful spices makes this salad a hit with everyone who tries it.

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