Low Carb Fresh Garden Salad with Ham
Bright, colorful, and bursting with wholesome flavors, this Low Carb Fresh Garden Salad with Ham is the perfect go-to meal for a light lunch or dinner. Loaded with crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and sweet red bell peppers, this salad is beautifully balanced by the creamy richness of avocado and the savory goodness of sliced ham. The tangy homemade dressing, featuring olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard, ties everything together with a zesty, refreshing kick. Ready in just 20 minutes and naturally low in carbs, this vibrant salad is as nutritious as it is delicious. Top it off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of herbal brightness, and enjoy a satisfying dish that’s perfect for those following a keto or healthy eating lifestyle!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 small Red bell pepper
- 1 medium Avocado
- 6 ounces Cooked and sliced ham
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Rinse and dry the mixed greens, then place them in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the greens.
Peel the cucumber, slice it into thin rounds, and add to the bowl.
Remove the stem and seeds from the red bell pepper, slice it into thin strips, and add to the salad.
Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and carefully scoop the flesh out with a spoon. Cut into thin slices and add to the salad.
Cut the cooked and sliced ham into bite-sized pieces and add to the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all ingredients together until well combined and evenly coated with the dressing.
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle over the salad as a garnish.
Serve immediately for best freshness and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
993 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.0 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.8 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 85 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 3409 mg | 148% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.4 g | ||
| Protein | 44.9 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 179 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 2435 mg | 52% | |
*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.
