Let’s make a keto-friendly version of a classic Greek dish: Keto Greek Salad
Ingredients
For the Salad:
– 4 cups mixed salad greens (such as romaine lettuce, spinach, and arugula)
– 1 cucumber, diced
– 1 bell pepper, diced
– 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
– 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
For the Dressing:
– 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
– 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 clove garlic, minced
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, thinly sliced red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
4. Serve the keto Greek salad immediately as a refreshing and satisfying side dish or add grilled chicken, shrimp, or salmon to make it a complete meal.
Enjoy the vibrant flavors of this keto Greek salad, perfect for a light and healthy meal any time of the day!
For your Keto Greek Salad, assuming the recipe makes 4 side-dish servings and you use all the dressing:
| Nutrition | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 210 kcal |
| Total Carbs | 10 g |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Fat | 19 g |
| Saturated Fat | 4 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Net Carbs | 7 g |
Estimated values; actual nutrition varies with vegetable sizes and feta and olive brands. Optional chicken, shrimp, or salmon is not included.