Fight the Funk with a Vitamin Bomb Salad!

This vibrant salad isn’t just delicious, it’s a nutritional powerhouse that can give your health a fantastic boost! Packed with essential vitamins and minerals, this recipe is perfect for anyone looking to:

• Combat fatigue: Say goodbye to tiredness! This salad is a great source of iron, which can help fight anemia and leave you feeling energized.
• Support your immune system: Packed with Vitamin C and antioxidants, this dish is a natural defense against common viruses and can help keep you healthy.
• Promote overall well-being: A variety of vitamins and minerals contribute to a strong body and a healthy mind.

Ingredients:

• 350g cooked beets (boiled or roasted)
• 2 carrots, grated
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• Fresh parsley, chopped (amount to your preference)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Instructions:

1. Prep the Veggies: If you haven’t already, cook your beets. Roasting brings out a sweeter flavor, but boiling works too. Once cool, peel and chop the beets into bite-sized pieces. Grate the carrots. Mince the garlic cloves.

2. Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the chopped beets, grated carrots, and minced garlic.

3. Make the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Adjust the amount of dressing and seasonings to your taste preference.

4. Dress and Garnish: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat everything evenly. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and sesame seeds.

Tips:

• For added protein, consider incorporating crumbled feta cheese, chopped cooked chicken, or chickpeas.
• Don’t have fresh parsley? Chopped fresh dill or cilantro can be substituted.
• Leftovers? This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Enjoy this delicious and nutritious salad that can be a vibrant addition to your lunch or a healthy side dish for dinner. Remember, a balanced diet is key to overall health, but this vitamin bomb salad is a great way to pack in some extra good stuff!