Diabetic Sunshine Salad
Bright, refreshing, and packed with flavor, this Diabetic Sunshine Salad is the ultimate guilt-free indulgence designed for those who want to enjoy a healthy yet satisfying meal. Featuring a medley of fresh spinach, mixed greens, and vibrant citrus fruits like orange and grapefruit, this salad bursts with immune-boosting nutrients and zesty flavors. Thinly sliced cucumber and red onion add a delightful crunch, while toasted almonds provide a nutty, satisfying finish. Drizzled with a light, tangy dressing made from olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of diabetic-friendly sweetness, this salad is perfectly balanced for those seeking low-sugar options. Ready in just 15 minutes and serving four, it’s a quick, no-cook dish that's ideal for lunch, dinner, or even as a side at your next gathering. Perfect for anyone looking to embrace wholesome, diabetic-friendly eating without compromising on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh spinach leaves
- 2 cups Mixed salad greens
- 2 whole Orange (peeled and segmented)
- 1 whole Grapefruit (peeled and segmented)
- 1 medium Cucumber (thinly sliced)
- 0.25 medium Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 0.25 cup Chopped almonds (unsalted)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Diabetic-friendly sweetener (like stevia or monk fruit extract)
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Wash and dry the spinach leaves and mixed salad greens thoroughly. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Add the orange and grapefruit segments to the bowl. Ensure all pith and membranes are removed for sweetness and texture.
Thinly slice the cucumber and red onion, then add them to the bowl with the greens and citrus.
Toast the chopped almonds lightly in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Let them cool before adding to the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, fresh lemon juice, diabetic-friendly sweetener, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring even coating of the ingredients.
Divide the salad evenly onto four serving plates and garnish with the toasted almonds on top for a bit of crunch.
Serve immediately and enjoy this vibrant, healthy dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
694 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.6 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 691 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.1 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.7 g | ||
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 382 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 2003 mg | 43% | |
*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.
