Low Fat Classic Italian Salad

Savor the vibrant flavors of Italy with this Low Fat Classic Italian Salad, a healthy twist on a beloved staple. This refreshing salad combines crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and sweet red bell pepper with the briny pop of black olives and a touch of red onion for depth. Tossed in a zesty homemade vinaigrette of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic, and oregano, this salad is bursting with bold, authentic Italian flavors—all while keeping it light and guilt-free. Perfect as a side dish or a light lunch, it can be easily customized with an optional garnish of freshly shaved Parmesan cheese for a hint of indulgence. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s the ultimate quick and easy option for a health-conscious meal that doesn’t skimp on taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 200 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 50 grams Black olives (pitted)
• 15 grams Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce. Tear or chop it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl.

Step 5

Dice the red bell pepper, removing stem and seeds, and add to the bowl.

Step 6

Slice the black olives and scatter them over the salad ingredients in the bowl.

Step 7

In a small mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by combining extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until all ingredients are emulsified and well combined.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad, and toss everything together gently to coat all ingredients evenly.

Step 9

Optionally, garnish the salad with freshly shaved Parmesan cheese for extra flavor before serving.

Step 10

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes for flavors to meld before enjoying.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1306.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	492.4

Total Fat 28.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 9mg	0%
Sodium 2098.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.0g	0%
Total Sugars 20.3g
Protein 19.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 513.8mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 2370.3mg	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: 47.2%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 38.2%