THE HEALTHIEST SALAD ON EARTH
This recipe was in an old issue of Fitness magazine. I've always wanted to make it. They say "It's packed with protein, overflowing with veggies, low in fat and guaranteed to keep you full."
Provided by SweetySJD
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Toss all ingredients in a large bowl.
- Top with your favorite low-fat dressing if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 407.8, Fat 15.5, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 125.7, Sodium 615.5, Carbohydrate 43.7, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 18.8, Protein 27.6
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8 STEPS TO MAKE THE HEALTHIEST SALADS – CLEVELAND CLINIC
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- Get your greens on. Lettuce — The darker or redder, the better — so think romaine and leaf lettuces (vitamin C, folic acid, potassium). Leafy greens — Jazz things up with spring mix, baby spinach and kale or arugula (beta-carotene, antioxidants).
- Add some crunch. Celery (vitamin A). Cucumber (vitamin C). Purple cabbage (vitamins A and C, iron). Pea pods (vitamins A and C, iron). Broccoli florets (vitamin C).
- Create some color. Red, orange, yellow or green peppers (vitamins C, B1, B2 and B6, folate). Red onion (fiber, phytochemicals). Pomegranate seeds (vitamins A, C and E, fiber, potassium, calcium, antioxidants).
- Punch up the protein. Black beans, garbanzo beans or lentils (fiber). Chicken or lean beef. Salmon or water-packed tuna (omega-3 fatty acids). Hard-boiled eggs.
- Freshen it up with fruit. Apple or pear slices (vitamin C, flavonoids). Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries or blackberries (vitamin C, fiber, flavonoids).
- Let some leftovers in. Brussels sprouts (vitamins C, A and B6, folate). Asparagus (vitamins A, E and K, folate). Sweet potatoes (vitamins A and C, manganese).
- Consult your cupboard. Black or greek olives (vitamin E, healthy fat). Artichoke hearts (fiber, vitamin C, folic acid). Banana peppers (vitamin C). Hearts of palm (potassium).
- Dress it up wisely. Lemon juice (vitamin C, folate). Lime juice (vitamin C, potassium). Red wine or balsamic vinegar. Olive oil (heart-healthy fat). Pro tip: Use more vinegar and citrus, and less oil.
BEST AND WORST SALADS FOR YOUR HEALTH - WEBMD
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- Is Salad Really a Healthy Choice? That depends on what you add to those greens. The right toppings can create a filling meal that’s loaded with vitamins, minerals, protein, healthy fats, and smart carbs.
- Worst: Salad With Creamy Dressing. Dressings like ranch, blue cheese, and Thousand Island are often high in calories, unhealthy saturated fat, and sodium.
- Worst: Salad With Fat-Free Dressing. So, go with a low-calorie, fat-free dressing, right? Think again. To make up for flavor, they’re often loaded with extra sugar and sodium.
- Best: Use Olive Oil and Vinegar. Make your own dressing, and you’ll cut back on the unhealthy stuff. Start with olive oil, which has heart-healthy unsaturated fat.
- Worst: Crispy Chicken Salad. A green salad with chicken may sound like a healthy meal, but descriptions like “crispy” and “crunchy” are red flags. These words are code for breaded and deep-fried, which can turn that healthy-sounding salad into a calorie bomb.
- Best: Add Grilled Chicken or Fish. A salad of veggies alone won’t fill you up for long -- you need protein to fend off hunger. Protein takes longer to digest, so you stay satisfied longer.
- Worst: Iceberg Wedge Salad. This is a classic. But don’t order one if you’re trying to eat light. Thanks to the blue cheese or ranch dressing and bacon crumbles, it can pack in four times the fat of a T-bone steak.
- Best: Spinach or Kale Salad. When it comes to leafy greens, darker is better. They have the most nutrients. Case in point: Kale and spinach have over 10 times more immune-boosting vitamins A and C than iceberg lettuce.
- Best: Salad Loaded With Veggies. Add a mix of veggies to your salad to get more nutrition and flavor. Top those leafy greens with crunchy produce like carrots, cucumbers, or broccoli.
- Worst: Salad With Croutons and Cheese. Store-bought croutons and bacon bits are high in salt, and they don’t offer much nutrition. Like the crunch?
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- SPINACH. This nutrient-dense green superfood is readily available - fresh, frozen or even canned. One of the healthiest foods on the planet, spinach is packed with energy while low in calories, and provides Vitamin A, Vitamin K, and essential folate.
- BLACK BEANS. Filled with super healthy antioxidants, black beans digest slowly - keeping you feeling full for longer. These little beauties are full of calcium, protein and fiber, and they also taste great!
- WALNUTS. With more antioxidants than any other nut, walnuts are also brimming with Vitamin E, and rich in plant serums, omega 3 oils, and healthy fats.
- BEETS. Good for the brain and skilled at lowering blood pressure, the humble beet is often overlooked as one of the healthiest foods on earth. The brightly-colored root vegetable is filled with folate, magnesium and Vitamin C.
- AVOCADO. Eating just one or two avocados a week gives you all the benefit of healthy monounsaturated fats, Vitamin B6 and loads of folate. Check with your local grocer to find out when this spreadable fruit is in season in your area.
- DARK CHOCOLATE. According to recent research, chocolate contains more antioxidants, gram-for-gram, than most fruit juices - great news for chocoholics!
- RASPBERRIES. Like most berries, raspberries are filled with antioxidants, to help keep the body healthy and free of disease. Fresh or frozen, they also provide Vitamin C, calcium and iron.
- GARLIC. This pungent bulb has been used to ward off disease for centuries, as it inhibits the growth of bacteria, lowers cholesterol and blood pressure and has some serious anti-inflammatory power.
- LEMONS. Often touted as the world’s healthiest food, lemons have strong anti-inflammatory qualities and can help to inhibit the growth of cancer cells.
- LENTILS. Last but not least, this mighty legume is high in fiber and protein and adds great taste and texture to any meal. Vegans and vegetarians are often a fan of using lentils as a meat substitute in traditional recipes.
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