Low Fat Fresh Herb Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and refreshing Low Fat Fresh Herb Salad, a feast for both the eyes and the palate! Packed with nutrient-rich mixed greens and an aromatic trio of fresh basil, mint, and parsley, this recipe brings bold, garden-fresh flavors to the forefront. Juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber slices, and delicate rings of red onion add texture and brightness, while a tangy homemade lemon-honey vinaigrette ties everything together beautifully. Ready in just 20 minutes with absolutely no cooking required, this healthy, low-calorie salad is perfect as a light meal or a flavor-packed side dish. Whether you're looking for a guilt-free lunch or a crowd-pleasing addition to your dinner spread, this herbaceous creation guarantees freshness and vitality in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed salad greens
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly, then place them in a large salad bowl.
Rinse the fresh basil, mint, and parsley leaves, pat them dry, and gently tear them into smaller pieces, then add them to the bowl with the greens.
Wash the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half, then add them to the salad bowl.
Peel the cucumber and slice it into thin rounds or half-moons, based on your preference, and add to the salad.
Thinly slice the red onion and separate into rings, adding them to the mix of greens and herbs.
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently until the ingredients are evenly coated with the vinaigrette.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing, low-fat herb salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
346 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.7 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1288 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.7 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.6 g | ||
| Protein | 13.0 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 549 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 2218 mg | 47% | |
*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.
