Low Sodium Classic Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing
Indulge in the creamy, tangy perfection of this Low Sodium Classic Salad with Blue Cheese Dressing, a heart-healthy twist on a timeless favorite. Packed with vibrant mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and the subtle sweetness of shredded carrots, this salad is a symphony of fresh flavors and textures. The homemade blue cheese dressing, made with plain Greek yogurt, low sodium mayonnaise, and a hint of lemon juice, delivers rich, zesty flavor without the excess salt. Perfect for a quick lunch or as an elegant side dish, this easy 15-minute recipe proves that healthy eating doesn’t have to compromise on taste. Impress your guests and nourish your soul with this delicious, low-sodium take on a classic salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Mixed salad greens
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1 medium Carrot
- 0.25 cup Blue cheese crumbles
- 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Low sodium mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Dried dill weed
Instructions
Wash and dry the mixed salad greens thoroughly and place them in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl of greens.
Peel the cucumber, cut it into thin slices, and add to the salad bowl.
Thinly slice half a red onion and add to the bowl.
Peel and shred the carrot using a grater and mix it into the salad.
In a separate small mixing bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt, low sodium mayonnaise, and lemon juice.
Add the blue cheese crumbles to the yogurt mix, stirring gently to combine.
Season the dressing with garlic powder, black pepper, and dried dill weed. Mix until evenly combined.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat the vegetables evenly.
Serve immediately for the freshest taste, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
545 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.2 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 42 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 613 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.6 g | ||
| Protein | 27.2 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 490 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1942 mg | 41% | |
*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.
