Snap Pea and Hearts of Palm Salad

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb fresh hearts of palm

• 1 lg red bell pepper

• 1/2 lb sugar snap peas

• 1/2 tsp crystal sea salt

Dressing

• 3/4 cup tropical fruit puree

• 2 Tbsp champagne vinegar

• 1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

• 1 Tbsp minced scallions

• 1 Tbsp water

• 1 tsp low-sodium tamari sauce

• 1 tsp minced jalapeño peppers

For Tropical Fruit Puree, place 1 1/4 cups fruit of choice, such as guava, mango or papaya, and 1/4 cup cane sugar in a blender container. Puree until smooth.

Instructions

1. Peel the outer layer of the hearts of palm and thinly slice. Julienne the red bell pepper and the snap peas.

2. In a small bowl, combine all ingredients for dressing and mix well.

3. Toss the vegetables with the dressing until well combined and sprinkle with salt. Divide evenly into 8 servings.