Heart-Healthy Classic Salad with Homemade Ranch Dressing

Elevate your mealtime with this Heart-Healthy Classic Salad with Homemade Ranch Dressing—a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish that’s as delicious as it is good for you. Featuring crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and a medley of colorful veggies like red bell peppers, shredded carrots, and creamy avocado, this salad is the perfect balance of flavor and texture. The star of the show? A rich and tangy homemade ranch dressing made with low-fat Greek yogurt, buttermilk, and a blend of aromatic herbs and spices, bringing a wholesome twist to a classic favorite. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy, no-cook recipe is perfect for a healthy lunch, light dinner, or side dish. Bursting with freshness and heart-smart ingredients, it’s a simple yet satisfying way to support your wellness goals without compromising on taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 large Avocado
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 1 medium Carrot
• 0.5 cup Low-fat plain Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cup Low-fat buttermilk
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried dill
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried parsley
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by washing the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel or use a salad spinner to remove excess water. Chop into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber and slice it thinly. Add the slices to the bowl.

Step 4

Chop the red bell pepper into small strips and add to the salad.

Step 5

Halve the avocado, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into small cubes. Add to the salad.

Step 6

Thinly slice the red onion and grate the carrot. Add both to the salad bowl.

Step 7

In a separate small bowl, prepare the homemade ranch dressing by combining the low-fat Greek yogurt and buttermilk.

Step 8

Add garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, dried parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the yogurt mixture. Whisk until well blended and smooth.

Step 9

Drizzle the homemade ranch dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 10

Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness and flavors of this heart-healthy classic salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1588.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	676.6

Total Fat 34.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 14.8mg	0%
Sodium 935.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 76.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.9g	0%
Total Sugars 29.7g
Protein 31.8g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 560.1mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 3581.5mg	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: 41.8%

Protein: 17.2%

Carbs: 41.1%