Salat
Crisp, colorful, and bursting with fresh flavors, this "Salat" recipe is the perfect go-to for a quick and healthy meal. Featuring fresh romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and vibrant julienned carrots, this salad is a refreshing medley of textures and nutrients. Thinly sliced red onion adds a tangy kick, while a light homemade dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey ties it all together with a delicate balance of zest and sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for 4 servings, this salad makes an ideal side dish or a base for your favorite protein. Packed with fresh vegetables and simple ingredients, this easy salad recipe is a must-try for healthy eating enthusiasts searching for flavor and simplicity.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 head Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1 medium Carrot
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry all fresh vegetables thoroughly.
Chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
Slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons, depending on preference, and add them to the salad.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl.
Peel the carrot, then use a julienne peeler or grate it into thin strips. Add it to the salad.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is emulsified and smooth.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately as a side dish or pair it with protein for a complete meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
582 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.5 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 332 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 272 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1798 mg | 38% | |
*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.
