Coconut Free Cilantro-Lime Swiss Chard and Apple Salad
Bright, zesty, and packed with texture, this leafy salad brings together tender Swiss chard ribbons, crisp apple slices, and a punchy cilantro-lime dressing that tastes anything but ordinary. The combination of earthy greens and sweet-tart apple is a genuinely surprising pairing that works beautifully together. A quick toast of the pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet adds a nutty crunch that makes every bite more satisfying — don't skip that step. The dressing comes together in minutes with olive oil, fresh lime juice, honey, cumin, and a handful of chopped cilantro, and if you like a little heat, a minced jalapeño takes it to the next level. Many store-bought dressings and packaged salad kits sneak in coconut-derived oils or emulsifiers, so making your own from scratch here is a genuine win. Everything in this bowl is straightforward and naturally free of coconut in any form, so you can toss and serve with total confidence. It's the kind of salad that feels fresh and vibrant enough to steal the show at any table.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 1 large bunch swiss chard (about 10 oz), stems removed, leaves thinly sliced into ribbons
- 1 large crisp apple (such as honeycrisp or granny smith), cored and thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tsp raw honey
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely minced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat a small dry skillet over medium heat. Add the pumpkin seeds and toast, stirring frequently, until they begin to pop and turn golden, about 2–3 minutes. Watch closely, as they can brown quickly. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, honey, cumin, salt, pepper, and jalapeño, if using, until the dressing is well combined and slightly emulsified.
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