Low Sodium Garden Salad with Ranch Dressing

Bursting with fresh, vibrant vegetables and paired with a creamy, guilt-free dressing, this Low Sodium Garden Salad with Ranch Dressing is a healthier twist on a classic favorite. Crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, sweet red bell peppers, and zesty red onion come together in a colorful medley of natural flavors and textures. The homemade ranch dressing, crafted with low-sodium buttermilk, Greek yogurt, and aromatic herbs like dill and parsley, delivers all the creamy taste you love without the excess sodium. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad is perfect as a refreshing side or a wholesome, low-calorie main dish. Whether you're watching your sodium intake or just craving a light and nourishing meal, this recipe is a must-try for your healthy eating arsenal!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 2 medium Carrots
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 0.5 cup Low-sodium buttermilk
• 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon Dried dill
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

1. Rinse the romaine lettuce under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Tear or chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large bowl.

Step 2

2. Wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half. Add them to the bowl with the lettuce.

Step 3

3. Peel the cucumber, if desired, then slice it into thin rounds and add it to the salad.

Step 4

4. Peel and grate the carrots or slice them into thin matchsticks. Add the carrots to the salad.

Step 5

5. Core and thinly slice the red bell pepper. Add the slices to the bowl.

Step 6

6. Peel and thinly slice half of a small red onion and add it to the salad.

Step 7

7. To make the low sodium ranch dressing, in a small bowl whisk together the low-sodium buttermilk, plain Greek yogurt, dried dill, dried parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and fresh lemon juice until well combined.

Step 8

8. Pour the dressing over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine, ensuring the salad is evenly coated.

Step 9

9. Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or a light main meal option.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1519.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	415.4

Total Fat 5.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 17.2mg	0%
Sodium 349.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.5g	0%
Total Sugars 35.5g
Protein 30.7g	0%

Vitamin D 60IU	0%
Calcium 650.1mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 2996.5mg	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: 11.5%

Protein: 27.0%

Carbs: 61.5%