Low Sodium Cretan Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Low Sodium Cretan Salad, a heart-healthy twist on the traditional Greek-inspired dish. Packed with fresh vegetables like cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and crisp green bell peppers, this salad is elevated with briny black olives, creamy unsalted feta cheese, and a tangy homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and lemon juice. A sprinkle of dried oregano and freshly chopped mint leaves adds bursts of Mediterranean flavor without relying on added salt, keeping it wholesome and flavorful. Perfect as a refreshing side dish or a light lunch, this 15-minute, no-cook recipe offers a satisfying balance of textures and tastes with minimal effort. Ideal for low-sodium diets and full of nutrient-rich ingredients, this salad proves that healthy eating can be both delicious and easy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 1 large Cucumber
- 0.5 Red onion
- 1 medium Green bell pepper
- 50 grams Black olives
- 100 grams Feta cheese, unsalted
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 1 pinch Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry all the vegetables thoroughly.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to a large mixing bowl.
Peel the cucumber, slice it lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, and cut into half-moon pieces before adding to the bowl.
Finely slice the red onion and add to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Slice the green bell pepper into thin strips and combine with the other ingredients.
Add the black olives to the bowl.
Cut the unsalted feta cheese into small cubes and gently incorporate into the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and dried oregano to form the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Chop the fresh mint leaves and sprinkle them over the salad.
Season with a pinch of black pepper.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
872 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.4 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.5 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 425 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.1 g | ||
| Protein | 22.3 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 705 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1753 mg | 37% | |
*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.
