Diabetic Sunshine Salad

Bright, refreshing, and packed with flavor, this Diabetic Sunshine Salad is the ultimate guilt-free indulgence designed for those who want to enjoy a healthy yet satisfying meal. Featuring a medley of fresh spinach, mixed greens, and vibrant citrus fruits like orange and grapefruit, this salad bursts with immune-boosting nutrients and zesty flavors. Thinly sliced cucumber and red onion add a delightful crunch, while toasted almonds provide a nutty, satisfying finish. Drizzled with a light, tangy dressing made from olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of diabetic-friendly sweetness, this salad is perfectly balanced for those seeking low-sugar options. Ready in just 15 minutes and serving four, it’s a quick, no-cook dish that's ideal for lunch, dinner, or even as a side at your next gathering. Perfect for anyone looking to embrace wholesome, diabetic-friendly eating without compromising on taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Fresh spinach leaves
• 2 cups Mixed salad greens
• 2 whole Orange (peeled and segmented)
• 1 whole Grapefruit (peeled and segmented)
• 1 medium Cucumber (thinly sliced)
• 0.25 medium Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 0.25 cup Chopped almonds (unsalted)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Diabetic-friendly sweetener (like stevia or monk fruit extract)
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the spinach leaves and mixed salad greens thoroughly. Place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the orange and grapefruit segments to the bowl. Ensure all pith and membranes are removed for sweetness and texture.

Step 3

Thinly slice the cucumber and red onion, then add them to the bowl with the greens and citrus.

Step 4

Toast the chopped almonds lightly in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Let them cool before adding to the salad.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, diabetic-friendly sweetener, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring even coating of the ingredients.

Step 7

Divide the salad evenly onto four serving plates and garnish with the toasted almonds on top for a bit of crunch.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy this vibrant, healthy dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(957.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	693.7

Total Fat 43.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 690.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 47.7g
Protein 15.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 382.4mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 2003.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.7%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 39.2%