Low Carb Crunchy Almond Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with texture, this Low Carb Crunchy Almond Salad is the perfect guilt-free dish for health-conscious eaters. Packed with crisp Romaine lettuce, crunchy toasted almonds, and vibrant vegetables like red bell peppers and cucumbers, it delivers a satisfying bite in every forkful. The zesty homemade dressing, made with olive oil, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard, ties it all together with a light and tangy finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad is an easy, low-carb option that’s perfect as a refreshing side or a light main course. Whether you're meal prepping for the week or looking for a quick, nutritious recipe, this salad is a delicious way to stay on track without sacrificing flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 0.5 cup Almonds
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

First, preheat a small skillet over medium heat and add the almonds. Toast them gently, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow them to cool.

Step 2

Wash the romaine lettuce thoroughly and pat dry with a paper towel. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips and add to the bowl with the lettuce.

Step 4

Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds and add it to the salad mixture.

Step 5

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the other veggies.

Step 6

For the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until well combined. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the top of the salad just before serving to maintain their crunchiness.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or a light main course. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(735.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	941.9

Total Fat 79.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1365.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 14.6g
Protein 20.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 320.3mg	0%
Iron 6.4mg	0%
Potassium 1071.4mg	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: 74.2%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 17.5%