Keto Spinach and Arugula Salad
Loaded with fresh greens, creamy avocado, and a tangy homemade vinaigrette, this Keto Spinach and Arugula Salad is the perfect low-carb meal or side dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes. Featuring the bold peppery bite of arugula paired with tender spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crisp cucumber, this salad delivers layers of flavor and texture in every bite. Topped with crunchy raw pecans or walnuts for a dose of healthy fats, and drizzled with a zesty lemon-Dijon dressing, it’s a nutrient-packed bowl of goodness perfect for maintaining your keto lifestyle. Quick to prepare and irresistibly fresh, this keto-friendly salad is a versatile addition to any meal plan.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh spinach
- 2 cups Fresh arugula
- 1 large Avocado
- 6 pieces Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 large Cucumber
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.25 cups Raw pecans or walnuts
Directions
Step 1
Thoroughly wash and dry the spinach and arugula. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Halve the avocado, remove the pit, and slice it into thin strips. Gently scoop the slices out of the peel and add them to the bowl.
Step 3
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and thinly slice the cucumber. Add both to the salad bowl.
Step 4
In a small mixing bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and ground black pepper. Whisk or shake the ingredients together until emulsified to make the vinaigrette.
Step 5
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Step 6
Sprinkle the pecans or walnuts on top for added crunch and healthy fats.
Step 7
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (719.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 971.5 |
| Total Fat 91.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 790.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 39.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.2g | |
| Protein 12.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 231.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1857.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories