Low Carb Refreshing Cucumber and Lettuce Salad
Brighten up your meals with this Low Carb Refreshing Cucumber and Lettuce Salad, a crisp and hydrating dish perfect for any occasion. This low-carb salad combines crunchy romaine lettuce and cool, thinly sliced cucumbers, all tossed in a tangy homemade vinaigrette made with extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of Dijon mustard. Seasoned with garlic, salt, pepper, and garnished with fresh dill, this easy-to-prepare salad delivers big flavor in just 15 minutes with no cooking required. Ideal for those seeking healthy meal options, this salad pairs wonderfully with grilled protein or serves as a light, standalone appetizer.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumber
- 1 head romaine lettuce
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers and romaine lettuce thoroughly under running water. Peel the cucumbers if desired, and slice them thinly into rounds.
Separate the romaine lettuce leaves, pat them dry with a clean towel or paper towels, and chop them into bite-sized pieces.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, and finely minced garlic. Whisk these ingredients together until well emulsified.
Season the vinaigrette with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
In a large serving bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and chopped lettuce pieces.
Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss until all the vegetables are well coated with the dressing.
Finely chop the fresh dill and sprinkle it over the salad before serving.
Serve immediately for the freshest taste and best texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
531 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.0 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1475 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.3 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.1 g | ||
| Protein | 11.2 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 297 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1829 mg | 39% | |
*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.
