Ingredients:
- For the Salad:
- 1 bunch of fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup of mixed greens (spinach, arugula, kale)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Vegan Collagen Boost:
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (rich in omega-3 fatty acids)
- 1 tablespoon hemp seeds (high in protein and omega-3)
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (source of B vitamins and protein)
- 1 teaspoon amla powder (Indian gooseberry, rich in vitamin C)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped parsley, mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, avocado, walnuts, and sunflower seeds.
- Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add Vegan Collagen Boost:
- Mix the chia seeds, hemp seeds, nutritional yeast, and amla powder into the dressing. Stir well to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
- Combine and Serve:
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Tips:
- You can add other anti-aging ingredients like berries or pomegranate seeds for extra antioxidants.
- Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The dressing can be stored separately to keep the salad fresh longer.
Enjoy your rejuvenating, anti-aging parsley collagen salad!
This recipe incorporates parsley for its powerful antioxidant properties and a mix of plant-based ingredients known to support skin health and overall wellness.
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