Low Sodium Tomato and Spinach Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Low Sodium Tomato and Spinach Salad, perfect for a healthy side dish or light meal. Packed with nutrient-rich fresh baby spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and a touch of zesty red onion, this salad is both wholesome and flavorful without the extra sodium. A tangy homemade dressing featuring extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and black pepper ties it all together, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a fragrant finish. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy days or when you need a refreshing dish on the table fast. Enjoy this heart-healthy, low-sodium salad on its own or pair it with your favorite grilled protein for a satisfying meal that promotes wellness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh baby spinach
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.25 small Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 small Garlic clove
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash and dry the baby spinach. Place it into a large salad bowl.
Rinse the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half. Add them to the salad bowl.
Peel the cucumber, if desired, and dice it into bite-sized pieces. Add it to the bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion into small strips and add it to the salad mix.
In a small bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and ground black pepper. Whisk or shake well to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine and evenly coat.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the salad for garnish.
Serve immediately as a refreshing, low-sodium side dish or enjoy on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
369 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.3 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 93 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 174 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1599 mg | 34% | |
*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.
