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Blue-Zone Salad

This filling salad is inspired by the diets of the blue-zone areas of the world. It's a great way to help you get part of the recommended 30 varieties of vegetables and fruits a week. This helps create a diverse microbiome in your gut. This recipe Is plant-based and gluten-free.
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Servings: 1
Course: Lunch
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups romaine lettuce
  • 2 cups spring mix salad
  • 1 cup shredded broccoli slaw
  • 1/2 cup cucumbers
  • 1/2 cup white mushrooms
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1 cup cooked sweet potato
  • 1/2 cup cooked lentils
  • 1/2 of a thinly sliced avocado
  • 1/2 cup broccoli sprouts
  • sprinkle of fresh thyme
  • 1/2 of a lime juiced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • pinch of salt
  • pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Clean and wash all leafy greens and vegetables.
  2. Cut romaine lettuce into bite-size pieces. Slice the onions, cucumbers, and mushrooms
  3. Add romaine lettuce and mixed leafy greens into a large bowl.
  4. Add the broccoli slaw, cucumbers, mushrooms, and onions.
  5. Add the cooked sweet potatoes and lentils
  6. Use half an avocado and cut it into thin slices. Add to bowl.
  7. Add the broccoli sprout and fresh thyme leaves.
  8. Add the juice of half a lime and add olive oil.
  9. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Serve and enjoy!

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