Salada de Alface

Salada de Alface is a fresh and vibrant Brazilian salad that highlights the crispness of lettuce combined with the zest of lime and the crunch of nuts. This low-carb dish is perfect for a light meal or a refreshing side.

Ingredients

• Romaine lettuce - 150 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 100 grams, diced
• Red onion - 30 grams, thinly sliced
• Avocado - 100 grams, diced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Chopped walnuts - 30 grams

Steps

1. Wash the romaine lettuce thoroughly and dry it using a salad spinner or paper towels, then tear it into bite-sized pieces.
2. In a large bowl, combine the torn romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lime juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to ensure all ingredients are well coated.
5. Sprinkle the chopped walnuts on top for added crunch and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• High in healthy fats from avocado and walnuts, promoting heart health.

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