Low Carb Crisp Kale and Iceberg Salad

Elevate your salad game with this refreshing and nutrient-packed Low Carb Crisp Kale and Iceberg Salad! A perfect blend of hearty kale, crisp iceberg lettuce, and vibrant veggies like cucumber, red bell pepper, and grape tomatoes, this salad is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Creamy avocado adds a touch of indulgence, while a zesty, homemade dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and Dijon mustard ties it all together. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this low-carb salad is ideal for a quick lunch, a light dinner, or a healthy side dish. Bursting with fresh flavors and textures, it’s a guilt-free recipe you’ll want to make on repeat!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups kale leaves
• 1 small head iceberg lettuce
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 ripe avocado
• 1 cup grape tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and thoroughly dry the kale leaves. Remove the stems and roughly chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Remove the outer leaves of the iceberg lettuce, then chop the remaining lettuce into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

Combine the chopped kale and iceberg lettuce in a large salad bowl.

Step 4

Peel the cucumber, cut it in half lengthwise, and slice it into thin half-moons. Add to the bowl.

Step 5

Deseed the red bell pepper and cut it into thin strips. Add these to the bowl as well.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Cut the grape tomatoes in half and add them to the salad.

Step 8

For the dressing, mince the garlic clove and place it in a small bowl.

Step 9

Add the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to the garlic. Whisk together until well combined.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Serve the salad immediately for optimal crunch and freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1724.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	970.0

Total Fat 69.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1510.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 82.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.6g	0%
Total Sugars 29.7g
Protein 25.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 617.1mg	0%
Iron 11.8mg	0%
Potassium 4056.6mg	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: 59.2%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 31.2%