Lite & Refreshing Spinach Berry Salad
Ingredients
Salad Dressing:
2 Tablespoons unsweetened yogurt/tahini/filtered water
1 Tablespoon each: olive/avocado oil, apple cider vinegar, balsamic vinegar
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
1 Tablespoon pure maple syrup/honey
1/4 teaspoon Ceylon cinnamon
1/16th teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Salad Ingredients:
4 ounces baby organic spinach (about 4-5 cups)
1 cup strawberries, sliced
1 cup blueberries (or preferred berry)
¼ cup blanched almond slivers (or your preferred chopped nut)
Optional add-ins:
Top with your favorite protein
Instructions
- Whisk together all of the dressing ingredients (or place ingredients into a glass jar, cover and shake well).
- Assemble salad ingredients.
- Drizzle with desired amount of dressing, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
Serves 2 (based on using cayenne pepper and blueberries)
Per serving:
Calories: 206
Total Fat: 12g
Total Carbohydrate: 26g
Dietary Fiber: 6g
Sugar: 10g
Protein: 6g
Ingredients Highlights
Almonds are a fantastic source of antioxidants that protect against oxidative stress which can contribute to inflammation, aging, and diseases like cancer.
Apple Cider Vinegar is full of enzymes and good bacteria. It contains acetic acid, which has been shown to help lower blood pressure.
Real balsamic vinegar is an aromatic, thick, dark, syrupy, aged type of vinegar, made from the reduction of cooked grapes. Lower-priced brands, like those found in most grocery stores, are often made with cheap wine vinegar mixed with corn syrup, flavoring, and caramel coloring.
Overflowing with vitamins and antioxidants, blueberries (especially wild) are among the foods highest in antioxidant power. They support healthy cellular function and triglyceride levels. Blueberries also contain a special kind of polyphenol called anthocyanin, which has incredible brain health benefits.
Cayenne Pepper has several surprising benefits such as supporting circulatory health.
Dairy-free yogurt: Most dairy-free yogurts are made with either coconut, almonds, cashews, soy, flaxseed, or oats as the base. Look for brands that are organic and check the label to ensure sugar isn’t one of the top 3-5 ingredients.
Lemon is high in vitamin C, which is required for countless bodily functions including skin, immune system, and cardiovascular health.
Maple syrup contains a number of minerals including manganese, zinc, calcium, and potassium. It also contains amino acids, antioxidants, and even some anti-inflammatory compounds.
Pure olive oil is high in nutrients including vitamins D, E, K, and A as well as omega-3 fatty acids. For the highest quality, look for organic extra virgin olive oil in dark glass bottles or tins that have an expiry date.
Spinach supports healthy bones and eyes and slows age-related decline in brain function. It’s also loaded with vitamin K, which promotes healthy blood and circulation.
Strawberries contain ellagic acid and a large number of polyphenols that rid the body of carcinogenic substances and inhibit the growth of cancer.
I take almost all these ingredients ,yes they are beneficial.
The ingredients door match the title nor do they match the description of ingredients. I would love to have the salad recipe!
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This is NOT the spinach berry salad recipe. Please provide the correct URL to [email protected]. Thanks and take care, Barbara Bates
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Where’s the recipe? I only see list of ingredients
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