Low Sodium Fresh and Crunchy Apple Salad
Brighten up your menu with this Low Sodium Fresh and Crunchy Apple Salad—a nutrient-packed medley of crisp Granny Smith and Red Delicious apples, refreshing celery, sweet carrot ribbons, and zesty radishes. This no-cook recipe is a low-sodium delight, finished with fragrant parsley, crunchy unsalted sunflower seeds, and a light homemade honey-lemon vinaigrette. Perfect as a healthy side dish or a vibrant standalone meal, it’s ready in just 20 minutes for a burst of fresh, wholesome flavor. Ideal for heart-healthy diets and anyone looking for a satisfying crunch, this salad is as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large Granny Smith apples
- 2 large Red Delicious apples
- 3 medium Celery stalks
- 1 medium Carrot
- 5 small Radishes
- 0.5 small Red onion
- 0.25 cup Unsalted sunflower seeds
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Begin by washing and coring the Granny Smith and Red Delicious apples. Do not peel them to maintain their crunch and nutritional value.
Cut the apples into thin slices or matchstick pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
Rinse the celery stalks thoroughly and slice them diagonally into thin pieces. Add these to the bowl with apples.
Peel the carrot and slice it into thin ribbons using a vegetable peeler or shred it with a grater. Add to the salad bowl.
Wash and thinly slice the radishes into rounds and add them to the mix.
Cut the red onion half into thin slices and mix it into the salad bowl.
Chop the fresh parsley finely and sprinkle it over the salad.
Add the unsalted sunflower seeds for an additional layer of crunch.
In a small mixing bowl, combine olive oil, fresh lemon juice, honey, and a pinch of black pepper. Whisk together until well blended.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Allow the salad to rest for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh, crisp textures and vibrant flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1248 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.3 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.5 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 643 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 157.5 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.9 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 111.0 g | ||
| Protein | 11.1 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 186 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1900 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.
