Salada de Maçã Verde

Salada de Maçã Verde is a refreshing Brazilian salad that combines the crispness of green apples with the nuttiness of walnuts and the zing of lime juice. It's a delightful balance of flavors and textures, perfect for a light meal or side dish.

Ingredients

• Green apple - 2 medium
• Walnuts - 50 grams, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 15 grams, chopped
• Lime juice - 30 ml
• Olive oil - 15 ml
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Wash and core the green apples, then slice them thinly.
2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, chopped walnuts, and chopped cilantro.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
5. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 26 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 90 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14.5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants and vitamins from the green apples.
• Walnuts provide healthy fats and support heart health.

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