Low Fat Fresh and Tangy Sprout Salad

Brighten up your meal with this Low Fat Fresh and Tangy Sprout Salad—a nutrient-packed, no-cook dish that’s bursting with vibrant flavors and crunch. Perfect for a quick lunch or a refreshing side, this salad combines protein-rich mixed sprouts with crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet red bell peppers, and zesty red onion. Fresh herbs like cilantro and mint add a burst of freshness, while a simple dressing made with lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, and optional chili flakes ties everything together with a tangy, slightly spiced kick. Ready in just 15 minutes and low in fat, this wholesome recipe is ideal for healthy eating and makes for an easy-to-customize addition to your clean-eating routine. Serve chilled for an extra-refreshing treat. Keywords: low-fat salad, sprout salad, healthy side dish, fresh herb salad, quick no-cook recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 90/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Mixed sprouts (such as mung beans, lentils, or chickpeas)
• 1 medium Cucumber, diced
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 medium Red onion, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.25 cup Fresh mint, chopped
• 1 large Lemon, juiced
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Chili flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the mixed sprouts thoroughly under cold water and set aside to drain.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, and chopped red onion.

Step 3

Add the chopped cilantro and mint leaves to the bowl with the vegetables.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of the lemon, olive oil, salt, black pepper, cumin powder, and chili flakes (if using).

Step 5

Add the drained sprouts to the bowl of vegetables and pour the dressing over the top.

Step 6

Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined and evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your taste.

Step 8

Serve immediately as a refreshing salad or chill in the refrigerator for up to an hour before serving for extra coolness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1164.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	914.5

Total Fat 19.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1249.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 140.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.6g	0%
Total Sugars 39.6g
Protein 52.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 479.7mg	0%
Iron 17.7mg	0%
Potassium 2743.1mg	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: 18.7%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 59.2%