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Side salad
Calories & nutrition facts
mcdonald's
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 20 kcal —
- Protein 1 g 2%
- Carbohydrate 2.7 g 1%
- Fat 0.2 g 0%
- Saturated fat 0 g 0%
- Fibre 1.6 g 6%
- Sugars 2.2 g —
- Sodium 12 mg 1%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin C 15.7 mg 17%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.05 mg 4%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.04 mg 3%
- Niacin (B3) 0.21 mg 1%
- Folate (B9) 57 µg 14%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
Minerals
- Calcium 24 mg 2%
- Iron 0.65 mg 4%
- Potassium 220 mg 5%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 20 | 1 g | 2.7 g | 0.2 g |
| 1 × item 3.1 oz | 87 g | 17 | 0.9 g | 2.3 g | 0.2 g |
| 2 × item 3.1 oz | 174 g | 35 | 1.8 g | 4.7 g | 0.3 g |
| ½ × item 3.1 oz | 43.5 g | 9 | 0.4 g | 1.2 g | 0.1 g |
| 3 × item 3.1 oz | 261 g | 52 | 2.7 g | 7 g | 0.5 g |
| 4 × item 3.1 oz | 348 g | 70 | 3.6 g | 9.4 g | 0.7 g |
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Questions about Side salad
What is usually in a side salad?
A side salad is a small salad served alongside a main dish, often made with lettuce or other leaves, tomato and cucumber. The exact mix depends on the meal; it may also include onion, grated carrot or a simple dressing.
How do you make a quick side salad?
Wash and dry the leaves well, then tear them into bite-sized pieces and add sliced tomato and cucumber. Dress just before serving so the leaves stay crisp.
When should you dress a side salad?
Add dressing just before you serve it. Salt and acidic dressings draw moisture from leaves and can make them limp if they sit for long.
How do you keep side salad fresh?
Store undressed salad in a sealed container in the fridge, with a clean, dry cloth or paper towel to absorb moisture. Keep dressing separate and use cut salad within a couple of days.
What dressing goes well with a side salad?
A simple vinaigrette of olive oil, vinegar or lemon juice, and a little mustard works with most leafy side salads. For a creamy dressing, use yoghurt with lemon and herbs.
What can you serve with a side salad?
It pairs well with grilled fish, roast chicken, quiche, pasta and sandwiches, adding freshness alongside richer or starchy dishes. Keep the dressing light if the main dish is already rich.
Can you eat side salad while pregnant?
Yes, provided the vegetables are washed thoroughly under running water, especially leaves that may trap soil. Keep prepared salad chilled and avoid eating it if it has been left at room temperature for a long time.
Is side salad lower in energy than potato salad or chips?
Yes. Side salad has 20 kcal per 100 g, compared with 114 kcal in potato salad and 323 kcal in French fries; dressing can add considerably more energy.
Does side salad provide vitamin C?
It is a source of vitamin C, with 15.7 mg per 100 g. The amount depends on the vegetables used, and cutting and storing them for a long time can reduce vitamin C.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 172074 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
