Low Fat Salada Mista

Bright, colorful, and bursting with freshness, this Low Fat Salada Mista is a vibrant medley of crisp romaine lettuce, tender baby spinach, and a rainbow of vegetables including cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and grated carrot. Enhanced with a zesty homemade dressing of lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, and a hint of extra-virgin olive oil, this wholesome salad is as light as it is flavorful—perfect for those seeking a low-fat, nutrient-packed meal or side. Ready in just 20 minutes and loaded with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, it's the ultimate healthy recipe for weight-conscious eaters or anyone craving a fresh, satisfying dish. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a fragrant finish, and serve immediately for maximum crunch and zest. Ideal for weekday lunches, dinner parties, or a refreshing addition to a summer barbecue, this guilt-free Salada Mista proves that healthy can still be irresistibly delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head romaine lettuce
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1 large cucumber
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 large carrot
• 0.5 red onion
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the romaine lettuce and baby spinach. Tear the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl with the baby spinach.

Step 2

Peel the cucumber if desired and slice it into thin rounds. Add the cucumber slices to the salad bowl.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Core and thinly slice the red bell pepper, then add it to the salad bowl.

Step 5

Peel and grate the carrot directly into the salad bowl.

Step 6

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

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

Step 9

Finely chop the fresh parsley and add it to the salad along with the salt and black pepper. Toss the salad gently to ensure the dressing and seasoning are evenly distributed.

Step 10

Serve immediately for the freshest taste or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1549.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	353.3

Total Fat 7.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1473.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.7g	0%
Total Sugars 28.7g
Protein 16.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 433.8mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 2840.8mg	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: 16.0%

Protein: 17.0%

Carbs: 67.0%