Low Sodium Feta Cheese and Tomato Salad
Bright, fresh, and delightfully simple, this Low Sodium Feta Cheese and Tomato Salad is a healthier twist on a Mediterranean classic. Packed with crisp cucumber, sweet cherry tomatoes, tangy red onion, and fragrant fresh basil, every bite bursts with vibrant flavors. The star of the dish is creamy low sodium feta cheese, crumbled into the mix to provide the perfect balance of richness without the extra salt. A zesty homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and dried oregano ties all the ingredients together beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes, this colorful salad is an excellent choice for heart-healthy eating, light lunches, or a refreshing side dish at any meal. Simple, wholesome, and satisfying—this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to enjoy Mediterranean flavors with a lower sodium content!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams cherry tomatoes
- 100 grams low sodium feta cheese
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.5 red onion
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
Wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half. Place them in a large salad bowl.
Peel the cucumber and cut it into thin slices. Add these to the salad bowl with the tomatoes.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl.
Crumble the low sodium feta cheese over the vegetables in the bowl.
Tear the fresh basil leaves into small pieces and sprinkle them over the salad.
In a small bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, black pepper, and dried oregano. Whisk them together until the dressing is well mixed.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything until the ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste and adjust the pepper if needed, then serve the salad immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
605 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.4 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.4 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 523 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.9 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.2 g | ||
| Protein | 19.0 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 598 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1122 mg | 24% | |
*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.
