Low Sodium Dill Pickle Salad
Bright, tangy, and irresistibly fresh, this Low Sodium Dill Pickle Salad is a guilt-free twist on the classic dill pickle flavors we all love. Featuring crisp cucumber slices, vibrant cherry tomatoes, and aromatic fresh dill tossed in a light, zesty vinegar-based dressing, this salad is a perfect balance of flavor and health. A sprinkle of mustard seeds, celery seed, and black pepper infuses each bite with a subtle kick, while the absence of excess salt keeps it heart-friendly. With under 15 minutes of prep, no cooking needed, and a delightful punch of pickled goodness, this salad is ideal as a side dish, picnic staple, or even a light lunch. Serve it chilled over mixed greens to maximize its refreshing appeal, and enjoy a low-sodium option that doesn’t compromise on taste! Keywords: Low sodium salad, dill pickle flavor, vinegar dressing, healthy cucumber salad, quick no-cook recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Fresh cucumber
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 0.25 cup, chopped Fresh dill
- 1 clove, minced Garlic
- 0.5 cup Distilled white vinegar
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Celery seed
- 1 cup, halved Cherry tomatoes
- 4 cups Mixed greens
Instructions
Wash and peel the cucumbers if desired, then slice them into thin rounds.
Thinly slice the red onion and combine with cucumber slices in a large bowl.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine distilled white vinegar, water, and sugar. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
Remove the vinegar mixture from heat and stir in minced garlic, mustard seeds, ground black pepper, and celery seed.
Pour the vinegar mixture over the cucumber and onion slices, tossing gently to combine. Add chopped dill and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes for best flavor.
Before serving, add the halved cherry tomatoes and mixed greens to the marinated cucumber mixture, tossing to combine.
Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature. Adjust spices to taste if desired while being mindful of sodium content.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
274 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.8 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 101 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.5 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.8 g | ||
| Protein | 9.8 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 249 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1879 mg | 40% | |
*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.
