This vibrant salad combines fresh mushrooms, crisp celery, green pepper, and chopped onion for a refreshing, nutrient-rich dish. The vegetables are tossed in a zesty blend of olive oil, wine vinegar, ground black pepper, and lemon juice, enhancing their natural flavors while providing heart-healthy fats and antioxidants. Low in calories yet high in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, this salad supports digestion, boosts immunity, and promotes overall wellness—making it a perfect addition to a balanced diet.
Ingredients⇣⤵️
- 1 lb. mushrooms, sliced, fresh or in can
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced green pepper
- 2 tbsp. finely chopped onion
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 tbsp. wine vinegar
- 2 tsp. salt (or depend on your choice)
- 1/8 tsp. ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp. lemon juice
Preparation⇣⤵️
- Cook the mushroom in microwave for 3 minutes or saute in frying pan.
- Place the mushrooms, celery, green pepper, and onion in a salad bowl.
- Mix the remaining ingredients in another bowl.
- Then pour this mixture over the vegetables and toss gently.
Makes 6 servings
Ingredients & Estimated Calories:⤵️
- 1 lb. fresh mushrooms (about 454g): ~103 calories
- 1 cup celery (about 101g): ~14 calories
- 1 cup green pepper (about 149g): ~30 calories
- 2 tbsp chopped onion (about 20g): ~8 calories
- 1 tbsp olive oil: 119 calories
- 1 tbsp wine vinegar: 3 calories
- 2 tsp salt: 0 calories
- 1/8 tsp ground black pepper: ~1 calorie
- 2 tbsp lemon juice: ~8 calories
Total Estimated Calories (Whole Recipe): ~286 calories
This recipe yields a generous amount (about 4–5 cups total), so per 1-cup serving, the calorie count is approximately:
~57–72 calories per cup, depending on portion size.