A crunchy detox salad sounds like a refreshing and healthy choice! Here’s a recipe that’s packed with nutrients and plenty of crunch:
Ingredients for the Salad:
- 2 cups kale, finely chopped (remove stems)
- 1 cup shredded cabbage (green or purple)
- 1 large carrot, julienned or shredded
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds or walnuts for extra crunch (optional)
Ingredients for the Detox Dressing:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp grated ginger (fresh)
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional for sweetness)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the veggies: In a large bowl, combine the kale, cabbage, carrot, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion. Toss everything together to mix evenly.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, grated ginger, honey/maple syrup, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning to your liking.
- Assemble the salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well-coated. Let it sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to marinate.
- Top it off: Just before serving, sprinkle the sunflower seeds, chopped almonds, and fresh cilantro or parsley on top for extra crunch and flavor.
This salad is not only detoxifying but also super light and refreshing. Plus, the crunch from the veggies and seeds adds a nice texture to each bite! You can easily customize it by adding some avocado or even quinoa for added protein.
How does that sound?