Low Sodium Chick-fil-A Style Side Salad
Recreate the crisp, refreshing delight of Chick-fil-A’s famous side salad with this heart-healthy, low-sodium twist! This "Low Sodium Chick-fil-A Style Side Salad" blends crunchy romaine lettuce, vibrant red cabbage, sweet carrots, and juicy cherry tomatoes, paired with English cucumber slices for an extra touch of freshness. Topped with a sprinkle of low-sodium sharp cheddar cheese and sunflower seeds, it’s dressed lightly with a zesty low-sodium vinaigrette that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition. Perfect as a guilt-free side or a light meal, this salad is ready in just 15 minutes and serves four. Its combination of fresh vegetables and thoughtful low-sodium ingredients makes it ideal for those seeking a healthier take on a restaurant classic.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Romaine lettuce
- 0.5 cup Red cabbage
- 0.5 cup Carrots
- 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cup English cucumber
- 0.25 cup Low-sodium sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium sunflower seeds
- 0.25 cup Low-sodium vinaigrette
Instructions
Rinse and dry the romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red cabbage and julienne the carrots. Add these to the salad bowl with the lettuce.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and chop the cucumber into half-moon slices, adding them to the mix.
Gently toss the salad to combine all the vegetables evenly.
Sprinkle the low-sodium sharp cheddar cheese and sunflower seeds over the top of the salad.
Drizzle the low-sodium vinaigrette over the salad just before serving, or serve it on the side for individual preferences.
Toss the salad again just before serving to ensure even distribution of the dressing.
Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh, crisp textures and flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
528 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.9 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 64 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 218 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 22.2 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 542 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 933 mg | 20% | |
*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.
