IMMUNE-BOOSTING SALAD RECIPE  

QUOTE: 

“Your body can heal itself. It can do so because it has a healing  system. This system can enhance and keep you in good health and is one of  the best hopes for recovery”- Dr. Andrew Weil

Like Dr. Weil says, your body is well equipped to keep itself in tip top shape, but it is ESSENTIAL that you give it the right nourishment.

Remember, FOOD IS MEDICINE

The following is a CLEANSING KALE SALAD RECIPE that is nutrient packed, easy on the digestion and will help purify your system.

INGREDIENTS

For the dressing

• ½ cup of lemon juice
• ½ cup of olive oil
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (minced)
• 1 teaspoon raw honey
• 1 teaspoon of fresh rosemary leaves
• A pinch of cayenne
• Seasalt

For the salad

• 2 cups kale (chopped)
• 2 cups red cabbage (shredded)
• 2 cups broccoli (chopped)
• 2 carrots (shredded)
• 1 bell pepper (diced)
• 2 avocados (diced)
• ½ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 cup walnuts
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

PREPARATION

1. Add all dressing ingredients to a medium- sized blender and process until the contents are fully integrated.
2. Slice up all veggies and herbs, per the instructions above.
3. Put everything into a salad bowl and toss it together.
4. ENJOY!

The lemon ginger dressing alone is potent medicine that supports your immune response, modulates mood, and nourishes your digestive system.The nutrient dense leafy greens and array of veggies provide a good dose of vitamins and trace- minerals that will help the body function optimally.

REMEMBER THAT WE DON’T JUST LIVE TO EAT- WE EAT TO LIVE. I hope you and your family will find this recipe as enjoyable as it is healthy.