Low Carb Radicchio Salad with Citrus Dressing
Brighten your table with this low carb radicchio salad tossed in a zesty citrus dressing. This quick, 15-minute recipe combines the bitter crunch of fresh radicchio with a refreshing burst of orange and lemon, perfectly balanced by honey and olive oil. Toasted almonds and shaved Parmesan elevate the dish with nutty richness and creamy texture, while fresh parsley adds a vibrant touch. Ideal as a light starter or side dish, this gluten-free and low carb salad is packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, making it a delicious choice for healthy eating. Quick to prepare and bursting with color, it’s sure to impress at any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Radicchio
- 1 large Orange
- 1 small Lemon
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup Almonds, sliced
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, shaved
Instructions
Begin by preparing the radicchio. Remove any outer wilted leaves, then cut the head into quarters. Remove the core and slice the radicchio into thin strips. Rinse under cold water and pat dry with a kitchen towel.
To make the citrus dressing, zest the orange and lemon into a small bowl. Juice the orange and lemon, and add the juice to the bowl.
Whisk in the olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper into the citrus juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.
In a large bowl, combine the sliced radicchio and chopped parsley. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until the radicchio is well coated.
Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until they are golden brown. Set aside to cool.
Divide the dressed radicchio salad among four serving plates. Sprinkle the toasted almonds and shaved Parmesan cheese over each serving.
Serve immediately as a refreshing starter or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
977 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.3 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.9 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 2166 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.4 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.6 g | ||
| Protein | 33.0 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 921 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1701 mg | 36% | |
*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.
