Heart-Healthy Chick-fil-A Style Side Salad
Elevate your healthy eating with this Heart-Healthy Chick-fil-A Style Side Salad, a vibrant take on a classic favorite! Packed with crisp romaine lettuce, nutrient-rich mixed baby greens, juicy grape tomatoes, and a medley of colorful veggies like carrots, red bell peppers, and shredded red cabbage, this salad is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. A sprinkle of sliced almonds adds satisfying crunch, while a homemade balsamic vinaigrette featuring olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard ties it all together with irresistible tanginess. Perfect as a light side dish or a guilt-free appetizer, this quick-prep, no-cook salad is a wholesome addition to any meal. Indulge in its fresh flavors and heart-smart ingredients while celebrating a healthier twist on restaurant-style perfection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Romaine lettuce
- 2 cups Mixed baby greens
- 1 cup Grape tomatoes
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 medium Carrot
- 0.5 cup Red cabbage
- 2 tablespoons Sliced almonds
- 3 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the romaine lettuce and mixed baby greens under cold water and pat dry with a clean towel or use a salad spinner.
Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large mixing bowl with the mixed baby greens.
Wash the grape tomatoes, then slice them in half and add to the bowl with the greens.
Core the red bell pepper, slice it into thin strips, and add to the salad bowl.
Peel and julienne the carrot, then add to the salad mix.
Thinly slice the red cabbage into shreds and add it to the bowl.
Toss in the sliced almonds to add a crunchy texture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined to make the dressing.
Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette over the salad right before serving, and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately as a nutritious and heart-healthy accompaniment to your favorite meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
546 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.1 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 849 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.3 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 235 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1640 mg | 35% | |
*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.
