Foods rich in nutrients provide energy especially raw foods like a salad. The broccoli and kale in this salad, not only provide the nutrients but also detox and cleans. Part of the way that happens is through the rough edges of the broccoli and kale. As they travel through the digestive tract, they cleanse by removing particles stuck to the intestine. That’s why its always good to eat raw foods like kale, broccoli and cabbage. Here is the recipe to this yummy detox salad.
VINAIGRETTE
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
SALAD
- 4 cups packed stemmed kale leaves, thinly sliced
- 2 medium carrots, grated
- 8 ounces Brussels sprouts, trimmed and thinly sliced (about 2 1⁄2 cups)
- 2 to 3 cups finely chopped broccoli florets
- 2 1/2 cups shredded red/ purple cabbage
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 2 1/2 cups shredded red/ purple cabbage
FOR THE DRESSING:
In a small bowl, whisk together the mustard and 2 tablespoons water until emulsified.
Add the chia seeds and whisk again.
Add the lemon juice, oil, salt and pepper, and whisk to combine. If the chia seeds clump together, allow the dressing to sit for 5 minutes or so and then stir. It will become smoother and thicker as it sits.
FOR THE SALAD:
In a large bowl, combine the kale, carrots, Brussels sprouts, broccoli and cabbage.
Stash in a sealed container in the fridge and build each salad when you’re ready to eat.
TO ASSEMBLE INDIVIDUAL SALADS:
Transfer 2 cups of the veggie mixture with 2 tablespoons dressing to a plate.
Top with 2 to 3 tablespoons blueberries, 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds, and avocado. Add extra dressing if you like.
Detox salads provide nutrients to cleans the body and face.
