Low Fat Mediterranean Salad

Bright, fresh, and irresistibly flavorful, this Low Fat Mediterranean Salad is a healthy twist on a classic! Packed with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and protein-rich chickpeas, it’s a nutrient-dense meal or side dish that doesn’t compromise on taste. Kalamata olives and crumbled feta add a tangy, savory punch, while a zesty homemade dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and garlic ties it all together. Ready in just 20 minutes and made with simple, wholesome ingredients, this refreshing Mediterranean dish is perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a crowd-pleasing addition to your next gathering. Whether you're following a low-fat diet or simply love vibrant, healthy recipes, this salad is sure to become a go-to favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 1 medium English cucumber
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 0.25 cup Kalamata olives
• 1 15-ounce can Canned chickpeas
• 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 medium Garlic clove, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Peel the English cucumber, slice it in half lengthwise, remove seeds, and cut into thin half-moons. Add to the bowl.

Step 3

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion and rinse under cold water to mellow the flavor, then add to the bowl.

Step 5

Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas and add them to the salad along with the Kalamata olives.

Step 6

Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the salad.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1787.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1283.2

Total Fat 76.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 100mg	0%
Sodium 4583.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 114.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.9g	0%
Total Sugars 29.7g
Protein 47.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1073.9mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 2901.0mg	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: 51.6%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 34.3%