Chayote And Hearts Of Palm Cebiche Salad Recipe

Name: Chayote And Hearts Of Palm Cebiche Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 chayote (about 9 ounces); 1 cup ice water; 3/4 cup vertically sliced red onion (1 small); 3/4 cup (1 1/2-inch) strips orange bell pepper; 1/2 cup fresh corn kernels (about 1 small ear); 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro; 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped seeded jalapeno pepper; 1 (14-ounce) can hearts of palm, rinsed, drained, and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/4 cup fresh orange juice; 2 tablespoons ketchup; 1 tablespoon extravirgin olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce; Dash of sugar; 6 Boston lettuce leaves; 1/4 cup chopped pitted ripe olives

Servings: persons

1 chayote (about 9 ounces)
1 cup ice water
3/4 cup vertically sliced red onion (1 small)
3/4 cup (1 1/2-inch) strips orange bell pepper
1/2 cup fresh corn kernels (about 1 small ear)
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
1 (14-ounce) can hearts of palm, rinsed, drained, and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon extravirgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
Dash of sugar
6 Boston lettuce leaves
1/4 cup chopped pitted ripe olives

1
Cut chayote in half lengthwise. Cook chayote in boiling water 3 minutes; drain. Rinse with cold water; drain well. Peel chayote; discard seeds and membranes. Cut chayote into 1/2-inch cubes. Place in a large bowl.
2
Combine 1 cup ice water and onion in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate.
3
Add bell pepper strips and next 4 ingredients (through hearts of palm) to chayote.
4
4, Combine juices and next 5 ingredients (through sugar) in a small bowl; stir well with a whisk. Add juice mixture to chayote mixture; toss gently. Cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours.
5
Drain onions well. Place 1 lettuce leaf on each of 6 plates; top each serving with 2/3 cup pepper mixture. Top each serving with onion and 2 teaspoons olives.
6
Beer note: This salad is soaked in citrus juices, making a German hefe-weizen the perfect choice. Paulaner Hefe-Weizen ($9/six-pack) offers a distinctive banana aroma, while a refreshing tartness from the use of 60 percent wheat helps it to stand up to the high acidity. -Jeffery Lindenmuth

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 chayote (about 9 ounces), 1 cup ice water, 3/4 cup vertically sliced red onion (1 small), 3/4 cup (1 1/2-inch) strips orange bell pepper, and more.

Yes, Chayote And Hearts Of Palm Cebiche Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Chayote And Hearts Of Palm Cebiche Salad

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