Low Fat Fresh Herb Salad

Brighten up your mealtime with this Low Fat Fresh Herb Salad, a refreshing and nutrient-packed dish bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Featuring a medley of crisp mixed greens paired with aromatic fresh herbs like basil, mint, and parsley, this salad is a celebration of nature's bounty. Juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber slices, and thinly sliced red onions add layers of texture and taste, while a simple homemade vinaigrette of zesty lemon juice, a touch of honey, and a whisper of olive oil ties it all together. Ready in just 20 minutes and low in fat, this salad is perfect as a light lunch, a side dish, or a healthy addition to any meal. Whether you're looking for a quick, healthy recipe or an herb-focused twist on classic greens, this dish is sure to delight your taste buds and elevate your menu.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Mixed salad greens
• 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.25 cup Red onion
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly, then place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Rinse the fresh basil, mint, and parsley leaves, pat them dry, and gently tear them into smaller pieces, then add them to the bowl with the greens.

Step 3

Wash the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half, then add them to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Peel the cucumber and slice it into thin rounds or half-moons, based on your preference, and add to the salad.

Step 5

Thinly slice the red onion and separate into rings, adding them to the mix of greens and herbs.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.

Step 7

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently until the ingredients are evenly coated with the vinaigrette.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing, low-fat herb salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(761.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	345.7

Total Fat 16.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1287.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.7g	0%
Total Sugars 23.6g
Protein 13.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 549.3mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 2217.8mg	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: 37.6%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 49.4%