Low Sodium Mixed Greens Salad with Classic Vinaigrette
Brighten up your table with this Low Sodium Mixed Greens Salad with Classic Vinaigrette, a heart-healthy dish that doesn't skimp on flavor. Packed with crisp baby greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a medley of vibrant veggies like cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion, this salad is as colorful as it is nutritious. Tossed in a tangy, homemade vinaigrette made from extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, and a splash of fresh lemon juice, this recipe is a low-sodium twist on a classic favorite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this refreshing salad is perfect as a light main course or a delightful side dish for any meal. Whether you're cutting back on sodium or looking for a fresh, wholesome salad to enjoy, this recipe is sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens (baby spinach, arugula, romaine, etc.)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 cup Cucumber, sliced
- 0.5 cup Red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 medium Avocado, diced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Fresh lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red bell pepper, avocado, and red onion.
Step 2
In a small mixing bowl or jar, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, freshly ground black pepper, and fresh lemon juice until well combined and emulsified.
Step 3
Pour the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients in the large bowl. Start with half of the dressing and toss the salad gently to ensure all ingredients are coated. Add more dressing if desired.
Step 4
Serve the salad immediately as a refreshing side dish or light main course.
Step 5
Store any unused vinaigrette in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (749.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 757.6 |
| Total Fat 66.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 181.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 44.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.0g | |
| Protein 9.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 155.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1930.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories