The more variety and richness of natural colors in our diet, the greater the phytonutrient and antioxidant content; these help fight free radicals and other contributing factors to disease. This salad is full of color, flavor, and richness and is also both detoxifying and healing. Try to make all your salads and meals rich in color and variety. Eating healthy never has to be boring! Eat as is, or top with an over-easy egg, wild-caught fish, or other high-quality protein.
INGREDIENTS (4 Servings):
4 cups wild arugula (or other salad greens)
1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and diced
1 heirloom tomato, diced
½ orange bell pepper, diced
¼ red onion, diced
⅓ cup blueberries
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup raw pecans, chopped
2 tablespoons hemp seeds
¼ cup Cultured Vegetables (page 120)
DIRECTIONS:
1. Combine the arugula, avocado, tomato, bell pepper, onion, and blueberries in a large salad bowl.
2. Pour on the lemon juice and olive oil, then sprinkle with the pecans and hemp seeds.
3. Mix the salad, top with the cultured vegetables, and serve!