Low Fat Creamy Vegetable Salad with Mayonnaise

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Low Fat Creamy Vegetable Salad with Mayonnaise, a guilt-free dish that's as nutritious as it is delicious! Packed with crisp veggies like carrots, cucumber, red bell pepper, celery, and peas, this wholesome salad is tossed in a luscious dressing made from low-fat mayonnaise and non-fat yogurt, enhanced with a splash of zesty lemon juice and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Perfect for health-conscious eaters, this salad is quick to prepare, taking just 20 minutes, and is loaded with fresh ingredients that deliver a satisfying crunch in every bite. Serve it chilled as a light lunch or a refreshing side dish, and enjoy a delightfully creamy yet low-fat option that's bursting with flavor and ideal for any occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup low-fat mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup plain non-fat yogurt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup carrots, grated
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 0.5 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 cup celery, diced
• 0.5 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the low-fat mayonnaise, plain non-fat yogurt, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until smooth and well combined to create the dressing.

Step 2

In a large salad bowl, add the grated carrots, diced cucumber, diced red bell pepper, diced celery, thawed peas, and chopped fresh parsley.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently toss until all the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 4

Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 5

Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 6

Serve the salad chilled, either as a light lunch or as a side dish alongside your favorite main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(992.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	622.1

Total Fat 29.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.3g
Cholesterol 21.2mg	0%
Sodium 2530.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.5g	0%
Total Sugars 41.7g
Protein 15.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 342.2mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 2115.5mg	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: 41.5%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 49.2%