A refreshing pomelo salad is the perfect way to bring brightness to a meal. Bursting with citrusy sweetness and subtle savory notes, it’s a dish that feels light yet deeply satisfying. With each bite, there’s a balance of freshness, crunch, and a hint of heat making it a refreshing contrast to heartier meals.

Dressed in a simple, tangy dressing that enhances rather than overpowers, this salad is a reminder that the best flavors often come from the simplest combinations. Whether served as a light appetizer or a main dish, it’s a perfect example of how food can be both nourishing and effortlessly elegant. This dish can be customized to your liking, feel free to omit the chillis or add more if you wish. And using other kinds of protein like chicken also goes perfectly. This takes minutes to put together and is absolutely delicious!

Pomelo Salad Recipe

Salad Ingredients

• 1 pomelo, peeled and separated into bite-sized segments
• 12 shrimp, cooked and peeled
• ¼ cup roasted peanuts, crushed
• ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, roughly torn
• ¼ cup fresh coriander, roughly chopped
• 2 small shallots, thinly sliced
• 1 red chili, finely sliced (optional, for heat)

Dressing Ingredients

• 1½ tablespoon of fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon of lime juice
• 1 teaspoon of palm sugar
• 1 red chilli, seeds removed and finely chopped (optional)
• Fried shallots

Steps

1. Peel the pomelo and carefully separate the flesh into bite-sized pieces, discarding the membrane.
2. If using raw shrimp, blanch them in boiling water for 1-2 minutes depending on size until pink and firm. Drain and let cool. In a small bowl, mix together fish sauce, lime juice, palm sugar, chopped chili. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
3. Next we assemble the salad. In a large bowl, gently toss the pomelo, shrimp, shallots, mint, coriander, and chili with the dressing. Sprinkle with crushed peanuts and fried shallots and serve immediately in your favourite OWIU ceramic bowl and enjoy!