Low Carb Mediterranean Salad
Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this refreshing and healthy Low Carb Mediterranean Salad! Packed with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber slices, and thinly sliced red onion, this salad also features the savory richness of Kalamata olives and creamy feta cheese. The zesty homemade dressing, made with extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of dried oregano, perfectly ties it all together with a balanced burst of tanginess and herbaceous notes. Ready in just 20 minutes, this gluten-free and keto-friendly recipe is ideal for anyone looking for a quick, nutritious meal or side dish. Serve it fresh and enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean that complements your low-carb lifestyle!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Romaine lettuce
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the romaine lettuce. Tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
Thinly slice the cucumber and add it to the salad bowl.
Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl.
Slice the red onion thinly and add it to the salad.
Pit and halve the Kalamata olives, then add them to the salad.
Crumble the feta cheese over the top of the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and dried oregano.
Season the dressing with salt and black pepper, then whisk again to combine.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything to combine evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy, low carb Mediterranean Salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
972 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.1 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.9 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 3516 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.5 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 16.1 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 613 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 1103 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.
