Posted on May 10, 2011
Mega Berry Antioxidant Spinach Salad
The antioxidant boost Candice Kumai’s salad gets from two kinds of berries, plus the heart-healthy omegas in raw walnuts and iron-laden spinach, couple with fat-free balsamic vinaigrette for a texturally satisfying, guilt-free lunch.
By Candice Kumai | Photo: Gregory James, Food Styling: Jessica Colley
INGREDIENTS:
- 4 cups roughly chopped fresh spinach, stems trimmed
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
- 8 large strawberries, hulled and thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp raw honey
- 2 tbsp spicy brown mustard
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted walnuts
- 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese (about 1 oz), optional
INSTRUCTIONS:
In a large bowl, toss spinach with blueberries and strawberries. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, mustard, vinegar and salt. Drizzle 3/4 dressing over salad, then sprinkle walnuts over top. Serve sprinkled with cheese, if desired, and remaining dressing on the side.
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Nutrients per serving: Calories: 181, Total Fat: 10 g, Sat. Fat: 1 g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 7 g, Carbs: 21 g, Fiber: 3 g, Sugars: 15 g, Protein: 3 g, Sodium: 238 mg, Cholesterol: 0 mg
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