If you’ve always thought of parsley as a garnish, it’s time to start thinking of it as a food. It’s delicious, and very, very nutritious.

Yield: 4 servings, each with 10 grams of carbohydrates and 3 grams of fiber, for a total of 7 grams of usable carbs and 2 grams of protein.

INGREDIENTS 

• 3 tomatoes, diced
• 1 cucumber, peeled (if desired) and diced
• 3 scallions, sliced
• 1 bunch of parsley, stems removed, leaves chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper
• 1 small can sliced black olives

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Combine the tomatoes, cucumber, scallions, and parsley in a bowl, and chill.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste.
3. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss to combine.
4. Top with the sliced black olives and serve.