Summertime calls for fresh berries. These red, blue and purple beauties are loaded with health-promoting phytochemicals and fiber. Eating berries is associated with brain, heart and bone health and a lower risk for cancer.
If you're looking for a fun way to boost your green salad this summer, berries might be just the thing. Try this tasty recipe from Terri Taylor, registered dietitian at HonorHealth Cancer Care.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon minced shallot
- 2 tablespoons walnut oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ cup walnut halves
- 8 cups salad greens
- ½ cup fresh strawberry halves
- ½ cup fresh raspberries
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
- ¼ cup each: Packed, chopped fresh mint, parsley and basil
- Optional: 6 ounces cooked, shredded chicken breast or ½ cup crumbled blue cheese
Preparation
- To make dressing: Combine vinegar, shallot, walnut oil, honey, lemon juice, salt and pepper in small bowl. Whisk.
- In a small skillet, add walnuts. Heat on low for four minutes or until fragrant and lightly toasted.
- In a large bowl, combine salad greens, berries, herbs and walnuts. Top with chicken or cheese if desired.
- Drizzle with dressing and toss.
Yield: Six servings
Approximate nutritional breakdown per serving with chicken: 189 calories, 8 grams protein, 13 grams fat, 10 grams carbohydrate, 3 grams fiber, 228 milligrams sodium