Low Fat Hearts of Palm Salad
Bright, fresh, and irresistibly light, this Low Fat Hearts of Palm Salad is a nutrient-packed delight perfect for any occasion. Featuring tender hearts of palm, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, and vibrant baby spinach, this salad is a symphony of textures and flavors. A zesty lemon dressing, made with just a touch of extra virgin olive oil, ties everything together with a refreshingly tangy kick. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s ideal for quick lunches, side dishes, or healthy meal prep. Plus, this salad is low in fat, vegetarian, and bursting with wholesome ingredients, making it a guilt-free favorite that’s as delicious as it is nourishing. Serve it fresh or slightly chilled—either way, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 14 oz can, drained and sliced hearts of palm
- 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 large, peeled and diced cucumber
- 0.5 small, thinly sliced red onion
- 1 medium, diced avocado
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced hearts of palm, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, diced avocado, and baby spinach.
Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the salad mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad, and gently toss the ingredients to evenly coat them with the dressing.
Serve immediately for the freshest taste, or cover and refrigerate the salad for up to 2 hours before serving for a slightly chilled version.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
609 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.5 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3864 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.7 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.3 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.1 g | ||
| Protein | 19.4 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 415 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 2568 mg | 55% | |
*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.
