Low Sodium Cheese Lover's Garden Salad

Indulge guilt-free with this vibrant and nourishing Low Sodium Cheese Lover's Garden Salad—a perfect harmony of crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and sweet bell peppers, all topped with crumbled low sodium feta cheese for a creamy, tangy touch. Packed with colorful, nutrient-rich vegetables and dressed in a zesty homemade vinaigrette featuring olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and a hint of Dijon mustard, this salad is as heart-healthy as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make salad is ideal for anyone seeking a flavorful, low-sodium lunch or side dish. Bursting with freshness and wholesome goodness, it's a must-try for cheese lovers and health-conscious eaters alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Mixed Salad Greens (e.g., romaine, spinach, arugula)
• 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumber
• 1 medium Red Bell Pepper
• 1 large Carrot
• 0.5 small Red Onion
• 0.5 cup Low Sodium Feta Cheese
• 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried Oregano

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the salad greens thoroughly. Tear or cut them into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Rinse the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half. Add them to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thin rounds or half-moons. Add to the salad.

Step 4

Remove the seeds and core from the red bell pepper, then slice it into thin strips. Add to the bowl.

Step 5

Peel and shred the carrot using a grater. Add the shredded carrot to the salad.

Step 6

Thinly slice the red onion and separate the half-moons as you add them to the salad.

Step 7

Crumble the low sodium feta cheese over the salad greens and vegetables.

Step 8

In a small bowl or jar, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, black pepper, and dried oregano. Whisk or shake well to create the dressing.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together gently to combine and coat the ingredients evenly.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your Low Sodium Cheese Lover's Garden Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1123.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	920.2

Total Fat 70.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 106.8mg	0%
Sodium 827.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 30.1g
Protein 26.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 840.9mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 2114.0mg	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: 66.1%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 22.8%