Low Carb Classic Salad with Homemade Ranch Dressing

Elevate your salad game with this irresistible Low Carb Classic Salad with Homemade Ranch Dressing, a vibrant and refreshing dish that fits perfectly into a low-carb lifestyle. Packed with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, creamy avocado, and a burst of flavor from red bell pepper and red onion, this wholesome salad is a feast for both the eyes and palate. The star of the show? A velvety homemade ranch dressing made from fresh dill, parsley, tangy buttermilk, and a perfectly balanced blend of seasonings. Ready in just 20 minutes and ideal for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, this nutrient-rich salad delivers satisfying flavors without the carbs. Serve it tossed with the dressing or alongside for a customizable touch that everyone will love! Perfect for keto enthusiasts, salad lovers, and anyone craving a healthy yet indulgent option.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 200 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 small Red bell pepper
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 1 medium Avocado
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 120 ml Sour cream
• 60 ml Mayonnaise
• 60 ml Buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thoroughly dry the romaine lettuce. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and transfer to a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber if desired and slice it thinly. Add to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Remove the seeds and core from the red bell pepper, then dice it into small pieces. Add to the salad.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh. Dice it and add it to the salad.

Step 7

For the ranch dressing, finely chop the fresh dill and parsley.

Step 8

In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, and buttermilk until smooth.

Step 9

Add the chopped dill and parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice to the bowl. Whisk everything together until well combined.

Step 10

Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 11

Drizzle the olive oil over the prepared salad and toss gently to coat the vegetables.

Step 12

Serve the salad with the homemade ranch dressing on the side or tossed in, as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1596.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1314.0

Total Fat 107.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 125.6mg	0%
Sodium 1673.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 85.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.6g	0%
Total Sugars 31.7g
Protein 23.1g	0%

Vitamin D 32.2IU	0%
Calcium 577.8mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 3202.5mg	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: 69.0%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 24.4%