Low Carb Crunchy Almond Salad
Discover the perfect balance of crunch, flavor, and nutrition with this Low Carb Crunchy Almond Salad, an ideal dish for healthy eating enthusiasts. Featuring crisp romaine lettuce, vibrant red bell pepper, cool cucumber slices, and zesty red onion, this salad is elevated with the satisfying crunch of toasted almonds. Tossed in a tangy homemade dressing made with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of Dijon mustard, it delivers bold flavors in every bite. Quick and easy to prepare, this gluten-free and keto-friendly recipe is ready in just 20 minutes, making it a go-to choice for a refreshing side or light main course. Rich in vitamins and low in carbs, it’s the ultimate guilt-free indulgence that’s as nourishing as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Romaine lettuce
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 small Red onion
- 0.5 cup Almonds
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
First, preheat a small skillet over medium heat and add the almonds. Toast them gently, stirring frequently, until they are golden brown and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow them to cool.
Wash the romaine lettuce thoroughly and pat dry with a paper towel. Chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips and add to the bowl with the lettuce.
Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds and add it to the salad mixture.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the other veggies.
For the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until well combined. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly to combine all the ingredients and distribute the dressing evenly.
Sprinkle the toasted almonds over the top of the salad just before serving to maintain their crunchiness.
Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or a light main course. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
942 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.3 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1365 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 320 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1071 mg | 23% | |
*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.
