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Low-calorie, fiber-containing salad with sodium from pickles
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (chopped) of Seasonal salad with pickles (150 g) has 47 calories. That works out to 31 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.7 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 0.6 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 43.5 µg of Vitamin K covers 36% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Seasonal salad with pickles combines chopped fresh vegetables—often whatever is in season—with pieces of tangy pickled vegetables. The mix can include lettuce, tomato, cucumber, cabbage or carrot, so it changes with the market and the cook rather than following a fixed recipe.
In Turkey, it is commonly served alongside grilled meats and other main dishes, or as part of a home meal. Fresh, crisp vegetables contrast with the pickles’ sour bite; lemon and a little olive oil make a simple dressing. It is a light, fibre-containing choice at about 31 calories per 100 g, though the pickles add sodium. Use a smaller amount of pickles if you prefer a milder, less salty salad.
Selected: 100 g
31
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
5.8g
· 2% DV
Protein
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 73% · Protein 15% · Fat 12%
Vitamins
Vitamin K
29µg · 24% DV
Vitamin C
15.2mg · 17% DV
Folate
25µg · 6% DV
B6
0.09mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Sodium
450mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
205mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
28mg · 4% DV
Calcium
31mg · 3% DV
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.06g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Make seasonal salad with pickles by chopping fresh seasonal vegetables and tossing them with chopped pickles and a simple dressing. Lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and peppers work well. Add the dressing just before serving so the vegetables stay crisp instead of releasing excess liquid.
Seasonal salad with pickles usually combines fresh vegetables with one or more kinds of pickles. Try lettuce, cucumber, tomato, radish, or carrots with dill pickles, pickled cabbage, or peppers. Choose vegetables that are in season and cut everything into similarly sized pieces.
A light olive-oil and lemon or vinegar dressing suits seasonal salad with pickles. The pickles already bring salt and acidity, so taste the salad before adding either. A little pickle brine can deepen the tang, but too much may overpower the fresh vegetables.
Serve seasonal salad with pickles alongside grilled meat, fish, beans, or a grain-based main dish. Its tangy crunch contrasts well with rich or hearty foods. It can also make a light lunch when paired with soup or bread.
You can wash and chop the vegetables for seasonal salad with pickles ahead, but keep the dressing and pickles separate until serving. Salt and acid draw moisture from cut vegetables, making the salad limp. Refrigerate the prepared ingredients in covered containers and combine them shortly before eating.
Seasonal salad with pickles gets watery because salt and acidic dressing draw moisture from cut vegetables, especially tomatoes and cucumbers. Dry leafy greens thoroughly, add juicy vegetables and dressing at the last moment, and drain excess liquid from the pickles before mixing.
Dill cucumbers, pickled cabbage, and pickled peppers all work in seasonal salad with pickles. Cucumber pickles add a crisp, sharp bite, while cabbage gives a stronger fermented flavor. Chop them finely so their acidity is distributed without dominating each mouthful.
Seasonal salad with pickles can be a light way to add vegetables and fiber to a meal. Pickles also contribute sodium, so use a smaller amount if you are limiting salt. Rinsing chopped pickles may remove some surface brine, though it will not eliminate their sodium.
Usually, you do not need extra salt in seasonal salad with pickles because the pickles season the other ingredients. Mix the salad first and taste it; add a little salt only if it truly needs it. Lemon juice or herbs can brighten the flavor without extra salt.
Yes, seasonal salad with pickles is a good barbecue side because its crisp vegetables and tangy pickles cut through smoky, rich foods. Keep it chilled until serving, and add the dressing at the last minute so the salad stays crunchy outdoors.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.