Low Carb Fresh Garden Salad with Ham

Elevate your lunchtime routine with this vibrant and satisfying Low Carb Fresh Garden Salad with Ham. Packed with crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, sweet red bell pepper, and creamy avocado, this nutrient-rich salad is as delicious as it is healthy. The star of the dish is tender, savory slices of cooked ham, adding a protein punch that keeps you full and energized. Tossed in a tangy homemade dressing featuring olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard, every bite bursts with fresh, wholesome flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, this keto-friendly, gluten-free salad is perfect as a light main course or hearty side dish. Top it off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant garnish, and enjoy peak garden-fresh flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 cups Mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 small Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Avocado
• 6 ounces Cooked and sliced ham
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and dry the mixed greens, then place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the greens.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber, slice it into thin rounds, and add to the bowl.

Step 4

Remove the stem and seeds from the red bell pepper, slice it into thin strips, and add to the salad.

Step 5

Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and carefully scoop the flesh out with a spoon. Cut into thin slices and add to the salad.

Step 6

Cut the cooked and sliced ham into bite-sized pieces and add to the salad.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all ingredients together until well combined and evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 9

Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle over the salad as a garnish.

Step 10

Serve immediately for best freshness and flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(939.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	993.4

Total Fat 75.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.8g
Cholesterol 85.0mg	0%
Sodium 3409.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.6g	0%
Total Sugars 14.4g
Protein 44.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 178.7mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 2435.1mg	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: 66.7%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 15.6%