Low Fat Spinach and Arugula Salad

Light, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Low Fat Spinach and Arugula Salad is the perfect guilt-free addition to your meal repertoire. Featuring a nutrient-packed mix of fresh spinach and peppery arugula, this salad is elevated with the juicy sweetness of cherry tomatoes, the crisp crunch of cucumber, and the mild tang of thinly sliced red onion. Topped with a zesty homemade lemon vinaigrette sweetened with a hint of maple syrup, this salad strikes the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes and made with only 1 teaspoon of olive oil, it’s an ideal choice for a quick, low-calorie lunch or a refreshing side dish. Whether you're looking for a wholesome way to boost your greens intake or a healthy, crowd-pleasing salad for any occasion, this recipe delivers on taste and nutrition.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Fresh spinach leaves
• 2 cups Fresh arugula leaves
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium-sized Cucumber
• 1 small Red onion
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Maple syrup
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the spinach and arugula leaves thoroughly, then place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Peel the small red onion and slice it thinly. Add the slices to the salad bowl, separating the rings as you go.

Step 5

In a small mixing bowl, prepare the lemon vinaigrette. Combine the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper. Whisk vigorously until the dressing is emulsified and smooth.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure the greens and vegetables are evenly coated.

Step 7

Divide the salad into four bowls or plates and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(664.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	291.0

Total Fat 16.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 801.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.7g	0%
Total Sugars 18.9g
Protein 7.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 246.0mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 1503.6mg	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: 45.6%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 44.7%