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Ensalada Navideña

Cultural Context

Originating from Mexico, Ensalada Navideña is a festive salad traditionally served during Christmas gatherings. It combines a variety of colorful ingredients, symbolizing abundance and joy, while offering a refreshing contrast to heavier holiday dishes. Today, this salad is enjoyed not only in Mexican households but has also found its way into celebrations across Latin America, each region adding its unique twist.

MexicanMXside
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
cooked potatoes
carrots
peas
apples
oranges
cooked beets
pineapple
walnuts
mayonnaise
sour cream
cinnamon
salt
black pepper
cilantro

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pecans

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pecans have a similar flavor and texture, while sunflower seeds are more economical.

pineapple

🥗Healthier: mango

💰Cheaper: canned pineapple

Mango offers a fresh taste, while canned pineapple is budget-friendly.

cooked beets

🥗Healthier: roasted sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: cooked carrots

Sweet potatoes provide a similar sweetness and color, while carrots are more affordable.

1

Boil potatoes until tender, about 15-20 minutes, then cool and dice.

2

Boil carrots and peas together until tender, about 5-7 minutes, then drain and cool.

3

Dice apples and oranges, removing any seeds or cores.

4

Chop cooked beets into small cubes.

5

Chop pineapple into small pieces, discarding the core.

6

Combine diced potatoes, carrots, peas, apples, oranges, beets, pineapple, and walnuts in a large bowl.

7

In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

8

Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently fold to combine.

9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

10

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

11

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Christmas SaladHoliday Salad
Local Name: Ensalada Navideña

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