Ensalada de palmitos (hearts of palm salad)
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this exquisite hearts of palm salad, where freshness meets crunch in a symphony of culinary delight. Bon appétit!
Ingredients:
- 2 garlic cloves
- One 28-ounce can or two 14-ounce cans of hearts of palm, drained
- 1/ 3 cup extra virgin olive oil, or as needed
- 1/ 2 cup whites of scallions, finely chopped
- Dash of salt (optional)
Instructions:
- Blend the garlic until it forms a smooth paste using a food processor. Then, add the hearts of palm and blend until the mixture becomes a slightly textured purée. While the machine is running, slowly pour in the oil until the ingredients combine into a smooth and velvety purée. Note that the hearts of palm may absorb slightly more or less than 1/3 cup of oil, depending on their absorbency.
- Move the purée to a bowl for serving and mix in the scallions. Remember to taste the dish for seasoning and adjust salt if necessary. Enjoy the dish within a couple of hours.
Summary:
- Calories: 883 kcal
- Fat: 77 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Carbs: 42 g
- Potassium: 1568 mg
- Magnesium: 313 mg