Five Summer Superfood Salad Recipes

Superfoods should be on the menu of all of ours these days. They’re so vital in improving our health, especially if we are going through various health conditions. They’re recommended by professionals to aid with a variety of conditions, whether it be deficiencies in certain vitamins and minerals or serious health conditions such as cancer and addiction. Of course, they’re also part of a healthy and balanced diet for everyone too.

So, if you’ve gone through cocaine rehab, are recovering from cancer or simply want to be that bit healthier, as summer approaches here are five great salad ideas that involve superfoods…

Quinoa and Kale Power Salad

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 2 cups chopped kale
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Method:

1. Chop the kale and cook the quinoa and combine in a large bowl.
2. Add the cherry tomatoes, avocado, sunflower seeds and red onion.
3. In a different, smaller bowl, whisk the lemon juice, salt, pepper and olive oil.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss.
5. Top with feta cheese, if you wish, and serve.

Berry and Spinach Superfood Salad

Ingredients:

• 4 cups baby spinach leaves
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
• 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette

Method:

1. Place the baby spinach leaves in a large bowl and add the sliced strawberries, blueberries, goats cheese and walnuts.
2. Sprinkle the chia seeds on top and drizzle the vinaigrette,
3. Gently toss and serve up!

Avocado and Chickpea Protein Salad

Ingredients:

• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh coriander, chopped
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• Juice of 1 lime
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Method:

1. Combine the chickpeas with the avocado, tomatoes, red onion and coriander in a bowl.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk the lime juice, salt and pepper and olive oil.
3. Pour over the salad and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Beetroot and Goat Cheese Superfood Salad

Ingredients:

• 2 medium beetroots, roasted and sliced
• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese
• 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
• 1/2 cup sliced cucumber
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinaigrette

Method:

1. Arrange neatly all the salad greens onto a platter.
2. Top it with the beetroot, goats cheese, pumpkin seeds, red onion and cucumber.
3. Drizzle with the apple cider vinaigrette and toss gently. Serve up for a fresh and tasty salad.

Tropical Mango and Black Bean Salad

Ingredients:

• 1 mango, diced
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh coriander, chopped
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
• Juice of 1 lime
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Method:

1. In a large bowl, combine the diced mango, black beans, red bell pepper, red onion, fresh coriander, and jalapeño.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for an hour to let the flavours develop.

Enjoy these summer superfood recipes this season and reap the benefits!