Paleo Fresh Garden Salad with Ham
Fresh, vibrant, and packed with flavor, this Paleo Fresh Garden Salad with Ham is the perfect healthy meal for any occasion. Featuring crisp mixed salad greens, nutrient-rich baby spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy avocado, this nutrient-dense salad is complemented by the smoky richness of tender cooked ham. Slices of cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion add crunch and color, while a tangy lemon and olive oil dressing ties everything together with a zesty flair. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh dill, this no-cook, gluten-free, and dairy-free salad is ready in just 20 minutes, making it a go-to choice for anyone following a paleo or low-carb lifestyle. Perfect as a light lunch or flavorful side dish, this garden-fresh favorite is sure to impress with its wholesome ingredients and bold flavors!
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Ingredients
- 200 grams cooked ham
- 100 grams baby spinach leaves
- 100 grams mixed salad greens
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes
- 1 large avocado
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Begin by preparing the vegetables. Wash and dry the baby spinach and mixed salad greens thoroughly.
Step 2
Slice the cooked ham into thin strips and set aside.
Step 3
Peel the cucumber, if desired, and slice it into thin rounds.
Step 4
Core and seed the red bell pepper, then slice it into thin strips.
Step 5
Halve the cherry tomatoes.
Step 6
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and cube the flesh.
Step 7
Thinly slice the red onion.
Step 8
In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach, mixed salad greens, cucumber, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, avocado cubes, and red onion slices.
Step 9
Add the ham strips to the salad bowl.
Step 10
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 11
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until all ingredients are well coated.
Step 12
Sprinkle the fresh dill over the tossed salad for a finishing touch.
Step 13
Serve the Paleo Fresh Garden Salad with Ham immediately and enjoy your healthy, flavorful meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1261.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1146.2 |
| Total Fat 82.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g | |
| Cholesterol 120mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3944.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 56.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 24.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.9g | |
| Protein 59.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 269.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3581.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories