Low Carb Mediterranean Salad

Brighten up your meal with this refreshing Low Carb Mediterranean Salad, a wholesome medley of crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and tangy red onion. Packed with the bold flavors of Kalamata olives and creamy feta cheese, this salad is dressed in a zesty homemade vinaigrette made with extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a hint of lemon. Perfect for a quick 20-minute prep, this low-carb, gluten-free dish is a satisfying option for lunch, dinner, or as a side to your favorite Mediterranean-inspired entrée. Healthy, vibrant, and bursting with authentic flavors, this salad is a must-try for anyone looking to embrace fresh, nutrient-rich eating.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Romaine lettuce
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and pat dry the romaine lettuce. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Thinly slice the cucumber and add it to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl.

Step 4

Slice the red onion thinly and add it to the salad.

Step 5

Pit and halve the Kalamata olives, then add them to the salad.

Step 6

Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the salad.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and dried oregano.

Step 8

Season the dressing with salt and black pepper, then whisk again to combine.

Step 9

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything to combine evenly.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy, low carb Mediterranean Salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(820.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	972.4

Total Fat 89.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 3515.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.7g	0%
Total Sugars 11.5g
Protein 16.1g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 613.3mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 1102.8mg	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: 79.5%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 14.1%