Low Sodium Crunchy Almond Salad
Light, fresh, and irresistibly crunchy, this Low Sodium Crunchy Almond Salad is a wholesome delight that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring a colorful medley of crisp mixed greens, refreshing cucumbers, julienned carrots, sweet red bell peppers, and a hint of tangy red onion, this salad is as vibrant as it is nutrient-packed. The real stars are the golden, toasted almonds, adding an addictively nutty crunch to every bite. Tossed in a zesty homemade lemon-honey vinaigrette, this salad is low in sodium yet full of flavor, making it a heart-healthy choice that doesn’t compromise on taste. Ready in just 20 minutes and packed with natural goodness, this salad is perfect as a light main dish, a satisfying side, or a meal prep option for busy days.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 0.5 cup sliced almonds
- 1 large carrot
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.5 medium red bell pepper
- 0.25 small red onion
- 1 medium lemon
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Begin by toasting the sliced almonds. In a dry skillet over medium heat, add the almonds and toast for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and fragrant. Remove the almonds from the skillet to cool.
Wash and dry the salad greens thoroughly. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Peel the carrot and cut it into thin julienne strips or use a vegetable peeler to create ribbons. Add to the salad bowl.
Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and add them to the bowl with the salad greens and carrots.
Remove the seeds from the red bell pepper and slice it into thin strips. Add these strips to the salad bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and add to the salad for an additional crunch.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by combining the juice of the lemon, olive oil, honey, black pepper, and garlic powder. Whisk together until smooth and well combined.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together gently until the greens and vegetables are evenly coated.
Top the salad with the toasted almonds just before serving to keep them crunchy.
Serve the salad fresh and enjoy a healthy, low-sodium meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
940 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.2 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 114 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.5 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.3 g | ||
| Protein | 19.6 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 344 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1649 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.
