Nutrient Rich Rainbow Salad
The following salad is delicious and filled with amazing health benefits and a rainbow of colors.
In addition to wholesome carrots, apples and nuts, one serving of this salad contains nutrient rich Kale and Swiss Chard loaded with minerals and Vitamins A, C and K (one cup of Kale provides over 300% of Vitamin A and 80% of your Vitamin C daily needs, while Swiss Chard provides 374% of your Vitamin K daily needs).
Red, Yellow and Green Bell Peppers are high in antioxidants, phytochemicals and lycopene, and known to fight heart disease, stroke and cancer; while Cilantro is powerful cleansing agent, good for the digestion and full of antibacterial qualities.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Red Swiss Chard, chopped
- 2 cups Kale, chopped
- 2 cups Romaine lettuce, chopped
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 1 cup red apple, chopped
- 1 cup red pepper, chopped
- 1 cup yellow pepper, chopped
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup finely chopped cilantro
- ¼ cup slivered almonds (sprinkle over finished salad)
Directions
- Wash vegetables and apples thoroughly, prepare and drain using a salad spinner so salad is nice and dry. Mix thoroughly in a large bowl.
- Sprinkle slivered almonds over the top of the salad and serve with your favourite dressing.
Serves 6-8
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