Low Carb Spinach and Arugula Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant, Low Carb Spinach and Arugula Salad, perfect for anyone seeking a healthy, nutrient-packed dish that's quick to prepare. Featuring a flavorful mix of fresh spinach, peppery arugula, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and crunchy red onions, this recipe delivers a delightful blend of textures and bright flavors in every bite. The zesty homemade lemon vinaigrette, infused with Dijon mustard and garlic, perfectly complements the freshness of the greens, while optional crumbled feta adds a touch of indulgence. Ready in just 15 minutes and ideal for keto-friendly or low-carb diets, this salad can be enjoyed as a light lunch or a refreshing side dish. Easy to customize and bursting with wholesome ingredients, it’s the ultimate addition to your healthy eating routine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh spinach
- 2 cups Fresh arugula
- 1 cup (halved) Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium (diced) Avocado
- 1 small (thinly sliced) Red onion
- 1 ounce (crumbled) Feta cheese (optional, omit for vegan)
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 small (minced) Garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons (or to taste) Ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the spinach and arugula. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the avocado, and thinly slice the red onion. Add them to the bowl with the greens.
If using, crumble the feta cheese and sprinkle it over the salad.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the lemon vinaigrette.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring the greens are evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Serve the salad immediately as a light meal or side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
809 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.0 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 25 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 1744 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.0 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.7 g | ||
| Protein | 14.0 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 405 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1488 mg | 32% | |
*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.
