Superfoods Salad

About

Brenda Gantt

I am a self-taught cook. I started cooking around 18 years old. I stood in the kitchen and watched my mother, who was my biggest inspiration at the time, cook.

 

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 part Leafy Greens (choose from kale, spinach, dandelion, and optional cilantro)
  • 1 part Veggies (choose from carrots, tomatoes, bell peppers, beets, broccoli, celery, shallots, ginger, or garlic)
  • 1 part Fruits (choose from pomegranates, avocado, blackberries, blueberries, sliced apple, grapefruit, raspberries, or orange)
  • 1/2 part Nuts & Seeds (choose from almonds, walnuts, chia seeds, flax meal, sunflower seeds, or pumpkin seeds)
  • 1 part Protein (choose from low-fat feta cheese, yogurt, boiled eggs, or tuna)
  • 1 part Cooked Quinoa (optional)

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Wash and prepare all the vegetables, fruits, and herbs by chopping or slicing them as desired. If using shallots, ginger, or garlic, finely mince them.
  2. In a large salad bowl, combine the leafy greens, veggies, fruits, nuts, and seeds.
  3. Add the protein of your choice to the salad bowl. You can use low-fat feta cheese, yogurt, boiled eggs, or tuna for added nutrition.
  4. If you prefer, add cooked quinoa to the salad to make it heartier and more filling.
  5. Toss all the ingredients together to mix them thoroughly.
  6. You can use different combinations of ingredients each time you make the salad to create a variety of flavors and textures.
  7. Serve the superfoods salad as it is, or drizzle with your favorite dressing for added taste. Enjoy your nutritious and delicious creation!

 

ALLERGIES:

SF (Shellfish-Free)

GF (Gluten-Free)

 

Here are some variations of the superfoods salad recipe:

1. Mediterranean Superfoods Salad:

  • 1 part Leafy Greens (spinach and arugula)
  • 1 part Veggies (tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, bell peppers)
  • 1 part Fruits (kalamata olives)
  • 1/2 part Nuts & Seeds (toasted pine nuts)
  • 1 part Protein (feta cheese or grilled chicken)
  • Dressing: Olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

2. Berry Burst Superfoods Salad:

  • 1 part Leafy Greens (mixed baby greens)
  • 1 part Veggies (sliced cherry tomatoes)
  • 1 part Fruits (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
  • 1/2 part Nuts & Seeds (slivered almonds)
  • 1 part Protein (grilled chicken or sliced turkey)
  • Dressing: Balsamic vinaigrette or raspberry vinaigrette.

3. Asian-inspired Superfoods Salad:

  • 1 part Leafy Greens (baby kale and mixed greens)
  • 1 part Veggies (shredded carrots, sliced bell peppers, edamame)
  • 1 part Fruits (mandarin orange segments)
  • 1/2 part Nuts & Seeds (toasted sesame seeds)
  • 1 part Protein (sliced grilled tofu or cooked shrimp)
  • Dressing: Soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, minced ginger, and garlic.

4. Mexican Fiesta Superfoods Salad:

  • 1 part Leafy Greens (romaine lettuce and cilantro)
  • 1 part Veggies (diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, red onions)
  • 1 part Fruits (diced avocado)
  • 1/2 part Nuts & Seeds (pumpkin seeds)
  • 1 part Protein (cooked ground turkey or seasoned grilled chicken)
  • Dressing: Lime juice, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, minced garlic, and salt.

5. Mediterranean Quinoa Superfoods Salad:

  • 1 part Cooked Quinoa
  • 1 part Veggies (cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onions, bell peppers)
  • 1 part Fruits (kalamata olives)
  • 1/2 part Nuts & Seeds (crumbled feta cheese and toasted pine nuts)
  • 1 part Protein (cooked chickpeas or grilled shrimp)
  • Dressing: Lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

6. Tropical Superfoods Salad:

  • 1 part Leafy Greens (baby spinach and kale)
  • 1 part Veggies (diced mango, sliced red bell peppers, shredded carrots)
  • 1 part Fruits (pineapple chunks)
  • 1/2 part Nuts & Seeds (coconut flakes and macadamia nuts)
  • 1 part Protein (grilled shrimp or shredded chicken)
  • Dressing: Lime juice, honey, extra-virgin olive oil, and a pinch of chili flakes.

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