Sunshine Salad
Sunshine Salad is a vibrant, refreshing salad typically made with a base of leafy greens, juicy citrus segments like oranges or grapefruit, and often includes ingredients like avocado, red onion, and a light vinaigrette. It is a popular modern salad, often associated with healthy eating and California-inspired cuisine, emphasizing fresh, seasonal produce.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This salad is generally low in carbohydrates and fat while being a good source of protein if ingredients like nuts or seeds are added. It is rich in fiber, vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants, with a typical serving containing around 150-250 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 22 g |
| Fat | 9 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 150 mg |
| Vitamin C | 45 mg |
| Potassium | 380 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 mcg |
| Folate | 70 mcg |
| Vitamin K | 30 mcg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Calcium | 50 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
Per 1 cup (220 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The name 'Sunshine Salad' evokes its bright, sunny colors from citrus fruits, which are a hallmark of its visual appeal. Nutritionally, the combination of vitamin C from citrus and healthy fats from avocado enhances the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.
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