Low Sodium Nutty Greens Salad with Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette

Elevate your salad game with this Low Sodium Nutty Greens Salad with Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette—an irresistible combination of vibrant, nutrient-packed ingredients and bold, tangy-sweet dressing. A bed of crisp mixed baby greens and spinach is paired with crunchy toasted almonds and walnuts, juicy cherry tomatoes, and sweet dried cranberries for a satisfying medley of textures and flavors. Sliced cucumber and red bell pepper add a refreshing crunch, while the homemade maple balsamic vinaigrette, made with pure maple syrup, low-sodium Dijon mustard, and a hint of garlic, ties it all together in perfect harmony. Ready in just 20 minutes and naturally low in sodium, this salad is perfect as a light lunch or elegant side dish—and it's sure to impress on any table with its fresh, nutty goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 cups mixed baby greens
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 0.5 cup raw almonds
• 0.5 cup raw walnuts
• 0.25 cup dried cranberries
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (low sodium)
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 small garlic clove, minced

Directions

Step 1

In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed baby greens and baby spinach.

Step 2

Chop the cucumber into thin slices, halve the cherry tomatoes, and slice the red bell pepper into thin strips. Add these vegetables into the salad bowl with the greens.

Step 3

Roughly chop the almonds and walnuts. Toast them lightly in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently until they are golden and fragrant. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 4

Add the toasted nuts and dried cranberries to the salad mixture.

Step 5

In a small bowl or a mason jar with a lid, combine the extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, pure maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 6

Whisk together or shake the jar vigorously until the dressing ingredients are well emulsified.

Step 7

Pour the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving and toss gently to combine and coat everything evenly.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh and nutty flavors of this low sodium salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1256.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1728.2

Total Fat 138.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 264.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 106.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.1g	0%
Total Sugars 55.2g
Protein 40.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 716.8mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 3420.7mg	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: 67.8%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 23.3%