Sunchoke and Spinach Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Very Healthy
Health score
66%
Sunchoke and Spinach Salad
130 min.
6
62kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors and health benefits of our Sunchoke and Spinach Salad, a delightful dish that is perfect for any occasion. This vegetarian and gluten-free salad is not only a feast for the eyes but also a powerhouse of nutrition, boasting a health score of 66. With its refreshing combination of fresh vegetables and a tangy yogurt dressing, this salad is an excellent choice for a side dish, antipasti, or even a light snack.

At just 62 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying the unique taste of Jerusalem artichokes, also known as sunchokes. These knobby tubers add a nutty flavor and a satisfying crunch, perfectly complemented by the crispness of shredded lettuce and fresh spinach. The addition of colorful carrots, red bell peppers, and red onions not only enhances the visual appeal but also provides a variety of textures and nutrients.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to elevate your lunch, this salad is sure to impress. The dressing, made with red wine vinegar, lime juice, and fat-free yogurt, brings a zesty brightness that ties all the ingredients together. After a brief chill in the refrigerator, this salad is ready to serve, making it a convenient and delicious option for busy days. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this healthy and flavorful Sunchoke and Spinach Salad!

Ingredients

  • cup carrots chopped
  • tablespoons red wine vinegar 
  • 0.8 cup yogurt plain fat-free
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • cup sunchokes peeled finely chopped
  • cups lettuce shredded
  • tablespoons juice of lime 
  • 0.5 teaspoon lime zest grated
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper red chopped
  • 0.5 cup onion red finely chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cups pkt spinach fresh shredded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. In large bowl, mix all dressing ingredients with fork or wire whisk until well blended.
  2. Add all salad ingredients except lettuce to dressing; toss. Cover and refrigerate about 2 hours or until chilled.
  3. Serve salad on shredded lettuce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories62kcal
Protein20.29%
Fat3.5%
Carbs76.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.64
Glycemic Load
2.59
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
15.043478478556%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.52mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Apigenin
4.34mg
Luteolin
0.2mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
0.84mg
Myricetin
0.36mg
Quercetin
3.55mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:61.55kcal
3.08%
Fat:0.25g
0.39%
Saturated Fat:0.07g
0.44%
Carbohydrates:12.46g
4.15%
Net Carbohydrates:10.35g
3.76%
Sugar:7.47g
8.3%
Cholesterol:0.61mg
0.2%
Sodium:246.06mg
10.7%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.32g
6.63%
Vitamin A:5189.82IU
103.8%
Vitamin K:90.62µg
86.3%
Vitamin C:27.13mg
32.88%
Folate:49.15µg
12.29%
Potassium:409.11mg
11.69%
Manganese:0.22mg
10.77%
Phosphorus:94.26mg
9.43%
Calcium:93.94mg
9.39%
Iron:1.55mg
8.63%
Fiber:2.1g
8.42%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.29%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.53%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.49%
Magnesium:26.79mg
6.7%
Vitamin B5:0.45mg
4.54%
Vitamin E:0.66mg
4.4%
Vitamin B3:0.85mg
4.23%
Copper:0.08mg
4.09%
Zinc:0.55mg
3.66%
Vitamin B12:0.19µg
3.11%
Selenium:1.51µg
2.16%