Low Fat Mediterranean Garden Salad with Olive Oil

Bright, fresh, and irresistibly flavorful, this Low Fat Mediterranean Garden Salad with Olive Oil is a nutritious take on a classic favorite. Bursting with vibrant ingredients like crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and sweet red bell pepper, this salad is a true celebration of Mediterranean flavors. Tangy crumbled feta and briny kalamata olives lend a delightful depth, while the zesty homemade dressing—featuring heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and fragrant oregano—ties it all together. Ready in just 15 minutes, this low-fat recipe is perfect as a refreshing side dish or a light, wholesome lunch that’s packed with antioxidants and bold tastes. Perfectly balanced and easy to prepare, it’s a delicious way to eat healthy with Mediterranean flair!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives
• 0.25 cup feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly. Transfer to a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Cut the cherry tomatoes in halves and add them to the bowl.

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

Dice the red bell pepper into small cubes and combine with the other ingredients in the bowl.

Step 6

Slice the kalamata olives in half and add them to the salad.

Step 7

Crumble the feta cheese over the salad.

Step 8

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a light lunch or as a refreshing side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(887.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	793.3

Total Fat 67.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 33.4mg	0%
Sodium 3114.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 41.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g	0%
Total Sugars 16.2g
Protein 12.3g	0%

Vitamin D 6IU	0%
Calcium 439.5mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 1450.0mg	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: 73.8%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 20.2%