If winter has you feeling sluggish and you’re tired of all the Christmassy eggnog and casseroles, be our guest. This cleansing detox salad with raw beets is full of essential nutrients. Beets are a real health all-rounder and Kale is packed with vitamins (K, A, and C especially). Even the dressing is good for you: mustard contains potassium, lemon juice is high in vitamin C and garlic is anti-bacterial and boosts the immune system.
WHAT YOU NEED (SERVES 4):
3 medium-sized beets, raw
300 g kale, washed and dried
4 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 tsp. mustard
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
Salt and black pepper to taste
6 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
50 g almonds, chopped
1 medium-sized apple, washed and sliced
HOW TO PREPARE:
- Scrub the beets and grate them. You can also cut them into thin slices, both variations work.
- Remove the stems of the kale and finely chop it. The finer you chop the kale, the better.
- Make the dressing and start by mixing the lemon juice with the mustard and garlic, add salt and pepper to taste. Whisk in olive oil, done.
- Combine the beets, kale, apple slices and chopped almonds in a bowl. Drizzle with the dressing and toss well. Add more olive oil and salt if needed. Let the salad sit for about 10-15 minutes so the kale soaks up the dressing.
Nutritional Value per Serving:
325 calories, 5 g protein, 19 g carbohydrates, 27 g fat
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Good to know
The liver is the body’s primary detox center. A healthy liver removes toxins from the blood. It also stores vitamins, iron, and minerals. While a healthy liver naturally detoxifies the body, eating certain foods can improve liver function. Enter beets! The betalain pigments – hence the red colour – in beets support the body’s detoxification process by repairing cells in the liver. Beets also provide an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefit – a nutritional powerhouse!
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