Low Sodium Fresh Spring Salad

Bursting with vibrant colors and wholesome ingredients, this Low Sodium Fresh Spring Salad is the ultimate guilt-free way to celebrate the season. Featuring crisp mixed greens, juicy sliced strawberries, refreshing cucumbers, and crunchy radishes, this salad is a symphony of textures and flavors. Creamy avocado and sweet red bell peppers add balance, while unsalted sunflower seeds deliver a delightful crunch. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing of fresh lemon juice, low sodium Dijon mustard, and a hint of honey, this salad is both heart-healthy and irresistibly delicious. Perfect as a light lunch or a refreshing side dish, this recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare, making it ideal for busy days. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for an elegant finishing touch. Whether you're watching your sodium intake or simply craving a fresh and nutritious meal, this salad is bound to become a favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Mixed greens
• 1 cup Fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1 medium Cucumber, thinly sliced
• 4 medium Radishes, thinly sliced
• 1 medium Avocado, diced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted sunflower seeds
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (low sodium)
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced strawberries, cucumber, radishes, avocado, and red bell pepper.

Step 2

Add the unsalted sunflower seeds to the salad for a crunchy texture.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, honey, low sodium Dijon mustard, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 5

Sprinkle the fresh chopped parsley over the salad for a burst of color and flavor.

Step 6

Serve the salad immediately to enjoy its crispness and freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1046.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	793.5

Total Fat 60.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 137.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.9g	0%
Total Sugars 28.8g
Protein 14.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 219.9mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 2554.2mg	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: 63.2%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 30.1%