Low Sodium Spinach and Kale Salad
Revitalize your salad game with this nutritious and flavorful Low Sodium Spinach and Kale Salad, the ultimate healthy dish perfect for any meal. This recipe balances vibrant, fresh ingredients like spinach, kale, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and shredded carrot, all tossed together with a tangy homemade dressing featuring olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of honey for optional sweetness. Packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and heart-healthy unsalted sunflower seeds for a delightful crunch, this salad is quick to prepare—ready in just 15 minutes—and ideal for those seeking a sodium-conscious lifestyle without compromising on taste. Serve it as a nutrient-rich main dish or pair it with your favorite entrée for a wholesome side that will impress your taste buds and guests alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh spinach
- 3 cups Fresh kale (destemmed and chopped)
- 1 medium Cucumber (sliced)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 medium Carrot (shredded)
- 1 medium Red bell pepper (diced)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted sunflower seeds
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 clove Minced garlic
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash the spinach and kale thoroughly, then pat dry with a clean towel or use a salad spinner to remove excess water.
Place the spinach and chopped kale in a large mixing bowl as the base for your salad.
Add the sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, shredded carrot, and diced red bell pepper to the bowl.
Sprinkle the unsalted sunflower seeds on top of the vegetables for a bit of crunch.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey (if using), minced garlic, and ground black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad, then toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Serve immediately as a main dish or side and enjoy your fresh and low-sodium salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
669 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.4 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 333 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.7 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.4 g | ||
| Protein | 21.8 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 774 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 2610 mg | 56% | |
*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.
