Low Fat Classic French Salad
Indulge in the fresh flavors of a *Low Fat Classic French Salad*, a vibrant twist on the timeless recipe that's both healthy and satisfying. Packed with crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, tangy radishes, and a subtle kick from red onion, this salad is brimming with nutritious ingredients. The star of the dish is its homemade low-fat vinaigrette featuring Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, and a touch of lemon juice, balanced with a hint of olive oil for a guilt-free finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's the perfect choice for a quick, wholesome starter or a refreshing side dish. Bursting with color, flavor, and light elegance, this salad is ideal for anyone seeking a healthy yet gourmet option. Keywords: low-fat salad, classic French salad, healthy vinaigrette recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 g Mixed salad greens
- 200 g Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 small Red onion
- 5 small Radishes
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp Red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
Start by thoroughly washing and drying the mixed salad greens. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the salad bowl.
Peel and thinly slice the cucumber, and then add it to the bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and radishes, and add them to the salad.
Chop the fresh parsley finely and sprinkle over the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and olive oil to create the vinaigrette.
Season the vinaigrette with salt and black pepper, whisking until well combined.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad just before serving.
Toss the salad gently to ensure the vinaigrette coats all the ingredients evenly.
Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature as a light starter or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
289 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.4 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1896 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.4 g | ||
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 174 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1605 mg | 34% | |
*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.
