Low Fat Fresh and Tangy Sprout Salad
Brighten up your mealtime with this *Low Fat Fresh and Tangy Sprout Salad*—a nutrient-packed, flavor-forward dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes! This refreshing salad features a crisp medley of mixed sprouts, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and red onion, all tossed in a zesty homemade dressing of fresh lemon juice, olive oil, aromatic cumin, and a hint of optional chili flakes for a touch of heat. Fresh cilantro and mint add a vibrant herbaceous twist, making every bite a burst of freshness. Perfect as a healthy side dish, light lunch, or appetizer, this low-fat salad is vegan, gluten-free, and brimming with plant-based protein and fiber. Serve it immediately or let it chill for an hour to amplify its tangy deliciousness—either way, it’s a wholesome, guilt-free treat your taste buds will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Mixed sprouts (such as mung beans, lentils, or chickpeas)
- 1 medium Cucumber, diced
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 medium Red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.25 cup Fresh mint, chopped
- 1 large Lemon, juiced
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the mixed sprouts thoroughly under cold water and set aside to drain.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, and chopped red onion.
Add the chopped cilantro and mint leaves to the bowl with the vegetables.
In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of the lemon, olive oil, salt, black pepper, cumin powder, and chili flakes (if using).
Add the drained sprouts to the bowl of vegetables and pour the dressing over the top.
Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined and evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your taste.
Serve immediately as a refreshing salad or chill in the refrigerator for up to an hour before serving for extra coolness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
914 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.7 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1249 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 140.6 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 51.6 g | 184% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.6 g | ||
| Protein | 52.5 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 480 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 17.7 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 2743 mg | 58% | |
*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.
