Ota ota is a Samoan coconut and tomato salad that gives the archive another fresh side dish beside richer seafood and coconut recipes. The upgraded layout helps readers quickly understand how to serve it and where to go next.
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Ota ota is a Samoan coconut and tomato salad that gives the archive another fresh side dish beside richer seafood and coconut recipes. The upgraded layout helps readers quickly understand how to serve it and where to go next.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh grated coconut or thawed frozen coconut
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 small onion, sliced thin
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Steps
- Place the coconut, tomatoes, cucumber, and onion in a bowl.
- Add the lime juice and salt.
- Toss gently and chill briefly before serving.
Nutrition
This page includes a per-serving nutrition table below the main content so readers can scan calories, macros, and key nutrition details without leaving the recipe.
Tips And Substitutions
Helpful tips
- Read the full method once before cooking so the timing and texture make sense.
- Taste and adjust salt, acidity, coconut richness, or heat near the end instead of at the start.
- Serve the dish while the main texture is still at its best, especially for seafood, greens, and coconut sauces.
Substitutions and variations
- Use the closest fresh local ingredient when the exact island ingredient is difficult to find.
- Coconut milk can usually be made richer with coconut cream or lighter with a little water.
- Keep chilli optional when cooking for a mixed table, then serve extra heat on the side.
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View recipeFAQ
Can I make this recipe ahead?
You can usually prep the ingredients ahead, but the final cooking or dressing step is best done close to serving.
What should I serve with it?
Rice, root crops, coconut sides, seafood, salads, or another Pacific recipe from the cluster links all work well.
Can I adjust the coconut flavor?
Yes. Use coconut cream for a richer finish or a lighter coconut milk when you want the dish less heavy.
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 253 kcal |
| Fat | 17 g |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 11.4 g |
| Protein | 18.7 g |
| Sodium | 1123.1 mg |
| Cholesterol | 52.2 mg |
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