Mamas Salad
MAMA’S SALAD
Your next go-to salad with lots of satisfying flavors and textures. The dressing is homemade and simply delicious!
Essential Pregnancy Nutrients:
Iron: Chickpeas
Calcium & Folate: Greens
Vitamin C & Fiber: Lettuce, Quinoa, Avocado & Blueberries
Omega 3: Walnuts
Ingredients:
SALAD:
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½ cup quinoa, cooked
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1 ½ cups kale, chopped
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½ cup radicchio, chopped
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½ cup shredded carrots
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½ cup craisins or blueberries
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¼ cup walnuts
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½ cup chickpeas, rinsed and drained
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¼ - ½ avocado, cubed
DRESSING:
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¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
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2 tbsp balsamic or apple cider vinegar
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 ½ - 2 tbsp honey
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½ tsp sea salt
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½ tsp freshly ground black pepper, optional
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¼ tsp garlic powder or ground ginger, optional
PREPARATION
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Make quinoa according to package directions, set it aside to cool.
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Prepare and combine all salad ingredients.
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Make the dressing by whisking all ingredients in a small bowl or shaking in a covered jar. Pour the desired amount into the salad.
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Enjoy!
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