Low Carb Classic Blue Cheese Salad

Savor the refreshing flavors of this Low Carb Classic Blue Cheese Salad, a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish perfect for light lunches or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Featuring crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and tangy blue cheese crumbles, this salad strikes a delicious balance of textures and flavors. The homemade dressing, made with olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard, adds the perfect zesty touch without any added sugars, making it ideal for keto and low-carb lifestyles. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh chives for a bright, herby garnish, this salad is ready in just 15 minutes and is perfect for serving immediately or chilling for extra freshness. Whether you're looking for a healthy meal or a stunning side dish, this blue cheese salad is a simple yet indulgent way to elevate your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.5 Red onion
• 1 Avocado
• 0.5 cup Blue cheese crumbles
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chives

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce head, then chop it into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Peel and dice the cucumber, then add it to the bowl.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad.

Step 5

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, cube the flesh, and add it to the bowl.

Step 6

Sprinkle the blue cheese crumbles over the salad ingredients.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything gently to combine.

Step 9

Chop the chives finely and sprinkle them over the top of the salad for garnish.

Step 10

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1336.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1145.7

Total Fat 96.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.6g
Cholesterol 40.4mg	0%
Sodium 2265.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.3g	0%
Total Sugars 18.6g
Protein 27.1g	0%

Vitamin D 8.0IU	0%
Calcium 609.4mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 2844.8mg	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: 73.0%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 17.9%