Low Carb Nutty Greens Salad with Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette

Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavorful Low Carb Nutty Greens Salad with Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette! Packed with crisp mixed greens, nutrient-rich baby spinach, creamy avocado, and refreshing cucumber, this salad is a powerhouse of both taste and nutrition. Toasted walnuts and almonds add a delightful crunch, while crumbled feta cheese lends a tangy creaminess that ties everything together. The pièce de résistance is the homemade maple balsamic vinaigrette—a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors with just a touch of Dijon mustard for a hint of zest. Ready in just 15 minutes, this low-carb and gluten-free salad is ideal as a light yet satisfying lunch or a beautiful side dish for any meal. Wholesome, delicious, and keto-friendly, it’s a must-try for anyone seeking a healthier yet indulgent salad experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Mixed salad greens
• 2 cups Baby spinach leaves
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 large Avocado
• 0.5 cup Walnuts
• 0.5 cup Almonds
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the mixed salad greens and baby spinach leaves. Place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Slice the cucumber thinly and add to the greens.

Step 3

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and slice the flesh into thin slices. Add the avocado slices to the salad.

Step 4

Roughly chop the walnuts and almonds, then toast them for 2-3 minutes in a dry skillet over medium heat until lightly browned and fragrant. Let them cool slightly and sprinkle over the salad.

Step 5

Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the salad.

Step 6

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.

Step 7

Drizzle the maple balsamic vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your nutritious low-carb nutty greens salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(967.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2005.0

Total Fat 177.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 38.0g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 2304.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.4g	0%
Total Sugars 28.7g
Protein 44.0g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 811.8mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 2457.2mg	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: 77.0%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 14.5%