Crunchy Vegetable Salad with Cheese

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Crunchy Vegetable Salad with Cheese is a vibrant, refreshing dish typically featuring crisp vegetables like lettuce, carrots, cucumbers, and bell peppers, tossed with cubes or shreds of cheese. It's a popular salad in many Western cuisines, particularly American and European, often served as a side or light meal.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This salad is generally balanced, offering moderate protein and fat from the cheese, along with fiber and vitamins from the vegetables, making it a nutrient-dense option. A typical serving ranges from 150 to 250 calories, depending on the type and amount of cheese and dressing used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	220 kcal
Protein	10 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	16 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	480 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	35 mg
Vitamin K	70 mcg
Calcium	250 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Magnesium	30 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this salad reflects the global emphasis on fresh, raw vegetables in modern diets, while nutritionally, the cheese adds a satisfying richness that can enhance the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins from the veggies.