Sugar-Free Crisp Kale and Iceberg Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and refreshing Sugar-Free Crisp Kale and Iceberg Salad! This nutrient-packed recipe combines the robust texture of kale leaves and the satisfying crunch of iceberg lettuce, creating a perfect base for juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber slices, and tangy red onions. Tossed in a simple yet flavorful dressing of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of salt and pepper, this salad is a guilt-free delight that’s free of added sugar. For a savory twist, finish with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy salad is perfect for a light lunch or as a crowd-pleasing side dish. Fresh, wholesome, and bursting with flavor, it’s an ideal choice for health-conscious food lovers searching for a sugar-free salad recipe packed with refreshing ingredients!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Kale leaves
- 2 cups Iceberg lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Start by washing and drying the vegetables. Make sure the kale and iceberg lettuce are thoroughly dried to keep the salad crisp.
Remove the tough stems from the kale leaves and tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Place the kale in a large salad bowl.
Chop the iceberg lettuce into similar-sized pieces and add it to the salad bowl with the kale.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl.
Peel the cucumber, cut it in half lengthwise, and then slice thinly. Add to the salad mixture.
Cut the red onion into thin slices and separate the slices into rings. Stir them into the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are coated evenly.
If using, grate Parmesan cheese over the salad and toss again lightly.
Serve immediately for a fresh and crisp salad experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
772 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.1 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 2094 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 32.0 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1015 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1697 mg | 36% | |
*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.
