Low Sodium Lettuce and Cucumber Salad
Crisp, refreshing, and delightfully simple, this Low Sodium Lettuce and Cucumber Salad is a must-try for those seeking a healthy, heart-conscious dish. Packed with hydrating romaine lettuce, crunchy English cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zesty red onion, this salad shines with fresh, vibrant flavors. A light dressing of tangy lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil, paired with the aromatic hint of fresh dill, ensures a flavorful bite without added sodium. Ready in just 15 minutes, this salad makes the perfect guilt-free side or a light, nutrient-packed meal. Keywords: low sodium salad, healthy cucumber salad, fresh lettuce and tomato salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 1 large English cucumber
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 small Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Place the lettuce in a large salad bowl.
Peel the cucumber if desired, or leave the skin on for extra crunch. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and add it to the bowl with the lettuce.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and thinly slice the red onion. Add both to the salad bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil until well combined.
Drizzle the lemon and olive oil dressing over the salad.
Add the freshly chopped dill and ground black pepper to the salad for extra flavor.
Toss all the ingredients gently to combine, making sure the dressing coats all the vegetables evenly.
Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or a light, healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
434 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 188 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.8 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 12.4 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 307 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 2102 mg | 45% | |
*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.
