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Greek salad

Greek salad has 123.8 calories per serving (1 Small Cup) — that's 123.9 calories per 100g. It provides 3.7g protein, 5.2g carbs, and 9.8g fat. With a low glycemic index (GI: 50), this recipe is suitable for weight loss, diabetes management, heart health and more. The 2.1g of dietary fiber per serving adds to its nutritional value. It contains anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric and ginger.

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Greek salad
  • Serving Size 1 Small Cup (100 g)
  • Calories123.8 kcal
  • Carbs5.2 g (20.7 kcal)
  • Protein3.7 g (14.8 kcal)
  • Fats9.8 g (88.2 kcal)

Nutrition Label

Greek salad

  • Serving Size1 Small Cup (100 g)
  • Calories123.8 kcal
  • Carbs5.2 g
  • Fiber2.1 g
  • Sugar2.0 g
  • Protein3.7 g
  • Fat9.8 g
  • Saturated fat3.4 g
  • Mono unsaturated fat5.2 g
  • Poly unsaturated fat0.8 g
  • Cholesterol14.8 mg
  • Sodium407.3 mg

Nutrition per 100g

  • Calories123.9 kcal
  • Carbs5.2 g
  • Fiber2.1 g
  • Sugar2.0 g
  • Protein3.7 g
  • Fat9.8 g
  • Cholesterol14.8 mg
  • Sodium407.6 mg

1 serving = 99.9g

Cooking time: 30 minutes

Serves: 6 persons

Ingredients

Feta cheese
100 Grams
Olives
50 Grams
Olive oil
2 Table Spoon
Lettuce
100 Grams
Parsley
50 Grams
Cucumber, green, short
100 Grams
Tomato ripe local
50 Grams
Lemon juice
1 Table Spoon
Onion big
100 Grams
Salt
0.5 Tea Spoon
Black pepper powder
1 Tea Spoon

Instructions

1
Wash the vegetables
Washing the lettuce thoroughly and draining off any excess water. Tear them into bite-size pieces and keep them aside. Cut all the vegetables and keep it ready, add all the salad ingredients(lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, parsley, red onion) except feta & olives into a large mixing bowl.
2
Mix the ingredients
In another bowl whisk in the dressing ingredients till it combines. Drizzle this on top of the salad mixture and give it a toss.Check for salt and pepper and add if required.
3
Serve it
Serve the salad on a flat plate topped up with some crumbled feta cheese and olives.

Glycemic Index

50 Low
Low
Medium
High

Likely to produce a slower, steadier rise in blood glucose for most people.

How to flatten the spike

  • Pair this dish with a protein source (dal, paneer, eggs, fish, or curd).
  • Add a fiber-rich side salad or non-starchy vegetables.
  • Avoid combining this with another high-carb side in the same meal.

Compare & Substitute

NutrientGreek saladAvocado tamatar saladAvocado Thakkali SaladAvocado tomato salad
Calories123.8 kcal89.3 kcal89.3 kcal89.3 kcal
Carbs5.2 g2.5 g2.5 g2.5 g
Protein3.7 g1.9 g1.9 g1.9 g
Fat9.8 g8 g8 g8 g
Fiber2.1 g3.9 g3.9 g3.9 g
Sugar2 g1.4 g1.4 g1.4 g
Sodium407.3 mg9 mg9 mg9 mg
Cholesterol14.8 mg0 mg0 mg0 mg

Health Goals Suitability

Weight Loss

At just 123.8 kcal per serving, this is an excellent choice for weight management. The low-calorie vegetables keep the energy density low.

Diabetes

With a low glycemic index of 50, this recipe supports stable blood sugar levels. The 2.1g fiber further slows glucose absorption.

Muscle Gain

Low protein content (3.7g per serving) — not sufficient alone for muscle building. Combine with high-protein sides like paneer, eggs, chicken, dal, or a protein shake to reach 25-30g protein per meal.

Heart Health

Low cholesterol (14.8mg) and low saturated fat (3.4g) make this heart-friendly. Anti-inflammatory ingredients benefit overall heart health. Contains heart-healthy fats.

PCOS

Low GI (50) with 2.1g fiber supports insulin sensitivity — key for PCOS management. Anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric and ginger are especially beneficial for PCOS.

Thyroid

No goitrogenic ingredients — generally safe for thyroid conditions.

Portion Guidance

Weight Loss

1 Small Cup (~99.9g). A light, kcal-friendly portion. Pair with roti or salad for a complete meal under 300 kcal.

Muscle Gain

1 Small Cup (~99.9g) plus a protein-rich addition (100g paneer, 2 eggs, or 1 cup dal) to hit 25-30g protein per meal.

Diabetes

1 Small Cup (~99.9g). Pair with whole wheat roti (not rice) to lower glycemic load. Eat protein and fiber portions first, carbs last.

General

1 Small Cup (~99.9g) provides a balanced portion. Adjust based on your daily kcal target — track accurately in the Hint app.

Recipe Modifications

Lower fat

Reduce oil to 1 teaspoon and use an air fryer or non-stick pan. Steaming vegetables before adding retains flavor with less fat.

Boost protein

Add 50g paneer, a boiled egg, or a side of sprouted moong dal. Stirring in 1 tbsp of peanut butter also adds 4g protein.

Reduce sodium

Cut salt by half and boost flavor with lemon juice, fresh herbs, or amchur (dry mango powder) instead.

Meal prep friendly

Greek salad stores well for 2-3 days refrigerated. Reheat on stovetop for best texture. Prepare ingredients in advance for quick weeknight cooking.

Common Mistakes

Using too much oil or ghee

Why it matters: Excess oil can double the calorie content without adding nutritional value.

Fix: Measure oil with a tablespoon instead of pouring freely. 1 tbsp = 120 kcal.

Adding salt without measuring

Why it matters: Excess sodium increases blood pressure risk. Indian cooking already uses salt-heavy ingredients like pickles and chutneys alongside.

Fix: Use ½ teaspoon salt and taste before adding more. Account for sodium from other meal components.

Not measuring serving size

Why it matters: The nutrition values are for 1 standard serving. Eating 2-3x the serving means 2-3x the kcal (247.5-371.3 kcal).

Fix: Use the Hint app to scan and log the exact portion you eat for accurate tracking.

Frequently Asked Questions

Scientific References

  1. Low glycemic index foods help improve blood sugar control in people with diabetes

    Brand-Miller J et al. (2003). Low-glycemic index diets in the management of diabetes. Diabetes Care.

    DOI: 10.2337/diacare.26.8.2261
  2. Increased dietary fiber intake is associated with lower body weight

    Slavin JL (2005). Dietary fiber and body weight. Nutrition.

    DOI: 10.1016/j.nut.2003.09.004
  3. Dietary fiber slows glucose absorption and reduces post-meal blood sugar spikes

    Weickert MO & Pfeiffer AFH (2008). Metabolic effects of dietary fiber consumption. Journal of Nutrition.

    DOI: 10.1093/jn/138.3.439
  4. Curcumin in turmeric has significant anti-inflammatory properties

    Hewlings SJ & Kalman DS (2017). Curcumin: A Review of Its Effects on Human Health. Foods.

    DOI: 10.3390/foods6100092

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