Low Fat Roman Salad
Refreshing, vibrant, and packed with flavor, this Low Fat Roman Salad is the perfect healthy addition to your mealtime routine. Featuring crisp Romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and a tangy red onion for a delightful crunch, this salad balances health-conscious ingredients with bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Black olives add a touch of savory richness, while a quick homemade dressing made of lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, and a hint of spice ties it all together beautifully. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this salad is a light yet satisfying dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect as a wholesome side or a refreshing standalone lunch, this low-fat recipe is ideal for those seeking a guilt-free, nutrient-packed meal option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 heads Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 small Red onion
- 0.5 cup Black olives
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Wash and dry the Romaine lettuce. Tear it into bite-sized pieces and place it into a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds and add them to the salad.
Thinly slice the red onion and add to the bowl with the other ingredients.
Slice the black olives and add them to the salad.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything gently to combine.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the salad before serving.
Serve immediately for the freshest taste.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
537 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.7 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 9 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 2208 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.7 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.4 g | ||
| Protein | 23.6 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 651 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 3110 mg | 66% | |
*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.
