Elevate your mealtime with this refreshing and guilt-free *Low Fat Classic Antipasto Salad*, a vibrant twist on the traditional Italian favorite. Packed with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and sweet red bell peppers, this salad offers a medley of textures and flavors. Lean turkey breast, low-fat mozzarella balls, briny olives, and tender artichoke hearts add a satisfying protein boost while keeping it light and nutritious. A zesty homemade dressing made with balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and fragrant dried oregano ties it all together beautifully. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for healthy lunches, light dinners, or side dishes, this quick and easy antipasto salad delivers classic Mediterranean flavors with a lighter, low-fat twist that your whole family will love!
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce. Tear it into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half. Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds. Core and slice the red bell pepper into thin strips.
Slice the lean turkey breast into small strips.
Drain and chop the artichoke hearts.
Combine the romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, mozzarella balls, turkey breast, artichoke hearts, and olives in a large salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion, and add it to the salad bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until evenly coated.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to enhance the flavors.
Calories |
1119 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 49.5 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.7 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 206 mg | 69% | |
| Sodium | 3716 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.9 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.1 g | ||
| Protein | 105.9 g | 212% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1967 mg | 151% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 2470 mg | 53% | |
*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.