Low Fat Cretan Salad

Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Low Fat Cretan Salad, a refreshing and healthy take on the classic Greek-inspired dish. Bursting with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and sweet green bell pepper, this salad is topped with tangy low-fat feta cheese and briny Kalamata olives for an authentic taste of Crete. The light yet flavorful dressing of extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and dried oregano ties the ingredients together beautifully, making every bite a delightful experience. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy-to-make, low-fat salad is perfect as a light lunch, a nutritious side dish, or even a centerpiece at your next gathering. Healthy, quick, and delicious, this salad is a must-try for anyone seeking the flavors of Greece with a lighter twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium tomato
• 1 large cucumber
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 1 head romaine lettuce
• 100 grams low-fat feta cheese
• 10 pieces pitted Kalamata olives
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the vegetables: dice the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces, peel and slice the cucumber into rounds, and thinly slice the red onion.

Step 2

Remove the seeds from the green bell pepper and cut it into thin strips.

Step 3

Wash the romaine lettuce, pat it dry, and chop it into large pieces. Place the chopped lettuce into a large salad bowl.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion, and green bell pepper strips to the salad bowl with the lettuce.

Step 5

Crumble the low-fat feta cheese over the salad and scatter the Kalamata olives on top.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all the ingredients together with salad tongs or two large spoons to ensure even distribution of dressing.

Step 8

Serve immediately as a light meal or a flavorful side dish. Enjoy your fresh and healthy Low Fat Cretan Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1661.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	697.3

Total Fat 32.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
Cholesterol 53.6mg	0%
Sodium 5049.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 76.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.8g	0%
Total Sugars 42.1g
Protein 37.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 885.1mg	0%
Iron 10.2mg	0%
Potassium 2707.3mg	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: 39.3%

Protein: 20.1%

Carbs: 40.7%