Low Fat Classic Vinaigrette Salad
Elevate your salad game with this refreshing and guilt-free Low Fat Classic Vinaigrette Salad, a flavorful twist on the traditional recipe. Perfect for health-conscious eaters, this easy-to-make dish combines crisp fresh mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber slices, and tangy red onion, all tied together with a light-but-luscious homemade vinaigrette. Made with red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, a touch of honey, garlic, and a splash of water to cut the fat, this dressing creates a harmonious balance of acidity and sweetness while keeping calories in check. Ready in just 15 minutes, this wholesome salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, whether served as a vibrant side dish or a refreshing appetizer. Ideal for clean eating enthusiasts, it’s the perfect way to enjoy a classic flavor profile without overindulging.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 8 cups Fresh mixed greens
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 Cucumber, sliced
- 0.25 Red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil while continuously whisking the mixture to create a smooth emulsion.
Once the olive oil is well incorporated, whisk in the water to further lighten the vinaigrette. This will help reduce the overall fat content while maintaining the flavor balance.
In a large salad bowl, combine the fresh mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad, and gently toss to coat all the ingredients lightly.
Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish, ensuring the vegetables are evenly coated with the vinaigrette.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
374 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.9 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 797 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 171 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1131 mg | 24% | |
*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.
