Low Point Salad
Bright, crisp, and bursting with freshness, this Low Point Salad is a guilt-free delight perfect for healthy eating enthusiasts. Packed with nutrient-rich romaine lettuce, crunchy cucumber, sweet cherry tomatoes, vibrant carrots, and a touch of tangy apple, this salad is both filling and flavorful. A light lemon dressing ties everything together with a zesty kick, while optional olive oil ensures it stays ultra low in calories without sacrificing taste. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile dish makes for a refreshing lunch, dinner side, or potluck favorite. Ideal for those following a low-calorie or low-point diet, it’s as wholesome as it is delicious, with a beautiful rainbow of fresh, crunchy vegetables.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Romaine lettuce
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Carrot
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 medium Apple
Instructions
1. Wash and dry all fresh vegetables and the apple thoroughly.
2. Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
3. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and halve the cherry tomatoes. Add them to the bowl.
4. Peel the carrot and use a grater or julienne slicer to shred it. Add the shredded carrot to the salad.
5. Remove the seeds and stem from the red bell pepper, then slice it into thin strips. Add the strips to the bowl.
6. Core the apple and slice it into small, thin wedges. Add the apple slices to the salad for a touch of sweetness.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, olive oil (if using), salt, and black pepper to make a light dressing.
8. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
9. Garnish the salad with freshly chopped parsley for an herby finish.
10. Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, low-point salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
253 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.1 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1296 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.7 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 177 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1652 mg | 35% | |
*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.
