Low-Sugar Rum Series: Satisfying Salads with a Tropical Twist

Forget boring salads. These are bold, balanced, and anything but basic.

In this chapter, we’re transforming everyday greens into crave-worthy meals—layered with roasted vegetables, tropical fruit, rum-glazed proteins, and dressings that surprise you in the best way. And yes, they’re all low in sugar, big on flavor, and 100% island-inspired.

We’re talking about coconut-rum roasted sweet potatoes over peppery arugula… grilled shrimp kissed with a spiced rum glaze… and black bean salads that pack enough punch to be a main course.

Best of all? These recipes show how a splash of Kōloa Rum can bring depth and brightness to even the healthiest dishes—without overwhelming or adding sugar.

Keep reading to discover why these salads work so well, how rum enhances savory flavors, and get the full recipes, substitutions, and culinary tips to make each one your new favorite.