Low Sodium Spinach and Arugula Salad
Elevate your salad game with this Low Sodium Spinach and Arugula Salad, a vibrant and heart-healthy dish packed with fresh, nutrient-rich ingredients. This quick 15-minute recipe features a medley of tender spinach, peppery arugula, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion, all brought together with a drizzle of homemade lemon Dijon vinaigrette. Unsalted sunflower seeds add a delightful crunch while keeping the sodium content in check. Perfect for a light lunch, dinner side, or healthy meal prep, this salad delivers refreshing flavors without sacrificing nutrition. Enjoy a naturally low-sodium, flavorful option that's as good for your taste buds as it is for your wellness goals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh spinach
- 2 cups Arugula
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.25 medium Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted sunflower seeds
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
Instructions
Wash and thoroughly dry the fresh spinach and arugula. Combine them in a large salad bowl.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl.
Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thin rounds or half-moons. Add the slices to the salad.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl. Use less if you prefer a milder onion flavor.
Sprinkle the unsalted sunflower seeds onto the salad for added crunch and texture.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, freshly ground black pepper, and minced garlic to form the dressing. Adjust the quantities of lemon juice or honey if you prefer a more tangy or sweet dressing.
Taste the dressing and ensure the flavors are balanced, keeping in mind it is low sodium and naturally lighter in salt.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy a healthy, low-sodium, and refreshing spinach and arugula salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
624 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.0 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 234 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.8 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.5 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1020 mg | 22% | |
*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.
