Mediterranean Brain-Boosting Veggie Salad

A Mediterranean-inspired vegetable salad meticulously crafted to boost brainpower, gut health, and overall vitality while supporting weight loss and a healthy heart. This colorful salad features a refreshing medley of leafy greens, crisp bell peppers, hydrating cucumber, and creamy avocado, all elevated by zesty lemon, nutrient-rich seeds, and a touch of tangy feta. High in iron, magnesium, and vitamin C, this speedy salad is bursting with antioxidants, fiber, and essential micronutrients—making it perfect for busy days, meal prep, and anyone seeking a nutrient-dense, low-calorie lunch or dinner that’s as vibrant as it is easy.

Overview

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

0 min

Total Time

10 min

Yield

3 servings

Serving Size

1 bowl (220 grams)

Baby Spinach

Washed and roughly chopped

3 cups

English Cucumber

Diced, skin on

1/2 medium

Red Bell Pepper

Diced

1/2 large

Radishes

Thinly sliced

3 small

Avocado

Diced

1/2 medium

Pumpkin Seeds (Pepitas)

Unsalted and roasted

2 tablespoons

Feta Cheese

Crumbled, low-fat if possible

3 tablespoons

Fresh Parsley

Finely chopped

2 tablespoons

Fresh Lemon Juice

Freshly squeezed

2 tablespoons

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1 tablespoon

Sea Salt

Or to taste

1/8 teaspoon

Black Pepper

Freshly ground, or to taste

1/8 teaspoon

Steps

 
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Nutrition Facts

Calories per Serving

210

Total Fat

13g

Saturated Fat

3g

Trans Fat

0g

Monounsaturated Fat

7g

Polyunsaturated Fat

3g

Cholesterol

12mg

Sodium

320mg

Total Carbohydrates

13g

Dietary Fiber

6g

Soluble Fiber

2g

Insoluble Fiber

4g

Total Sugars

3g

Added Sugars

0g

Sugar Alcohols

0g

Protein

7g

Calcium

140mg

Iron

2.7mg

Potassium

680mg

Vitamin A

1420mcg

Vitamin C

52mg

Phosphorus

190mg

This recipe was crafted to avoid the following ingredients:
Peanut
Gluten
Wheat