Garden Salad

A garden salad is a fresh, crisp dish typically composed of a mix of raw leafy greens and chopped vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers, and carrots. It's a staple of Western cuisine, particularly American, often served as a light meal or a side dish to complement heavier entrees.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally low in carbohydrates and fat, while being a good source of dietary fiber and essential vitamins like A, C, and K. A typical serving with a light vinaigrette dressing ranges from 100 to 200 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	20 kcal
Protein	1.5 g
Carbs	3.5 g
Fat	0.2 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	1.8 g
Sodium	15 mg
Vitamin A	5000 IU
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin K	80 mcg
Folate	60 mcg
Potassium	220 mg
Calcium	20 mg
Iron	0.8 mg
Magnesium	10 mg

Per 1 cup (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The garden salad is celebrated for its versatility and serves as a nutritional canvas, allowing for endless customization to suit dietary needs or seasonal produce. Its cultural significance lies in its role as a symbol of fresh, healthy eating in modern diets.