Citrus and Avocado Salad
This refreshing and nutrient-packed salad is the perfect way to nourish both body and soul. With February being Heart Health Month, this vibrant dish is filled with ingredients that support cardiovascular wellness, boost circulation, and uplift your mood.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Heart-Healthy & Energizing: Packed with heart-loving ingredients like avocado, citrus, and pomegranate, this salad naturally supports circulation and vitality.
Raises Your Vibration: Fresh, whole foods like leafy greens, citrus, and seeds are full of life-force energy, helping you feel lighter, clearer, and more energized.
Perfect for February: As we focus on heart health and self-love, this salad is a delicious way to nourish both your physical heart and emotional well-being.
Quick & Easy: Simple to prepare yet bursting with flavour, colour, and nourishment in every bite.
Nutritional Highlights
Pomegranate Seeds: Rich in antioxidants that support heart health and reduce inflammation. Studies show that pomegranate juice can help lower blood pressure, improve circulation, and reduce arterial plaque buildup, making it an excellent food for heart health.
Leafy Greens (Spinach, Arugula, or Kale): High in magnesium, iron, and chlorophyll, which promote circulation, detoxification, and energy balance.
Citrus (Orange & Grapefruit): Loaded with vitamin C, supporting immune function, skin health, and collagen production.
Avocado: A great source of healthy fats that help reduce bad cholesterol and nourish the nervous system. They are also rich in potassium, an essential mineral that supports healthy blood pressure and muscle function. Additionally, avocados provide B vitamins, which are important for nervous system health and mental clarity.
Pumpkin Seeds: Packed with zinc and magnesium, helping with stress relief, immunity, and muscle relaxation.
Olive Oil & Lemon Dressing: Provides healthy monounsaturated fats and vitamin C to support digestion and cellular health.
Ingredients:
2 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or kale)
1 orange, peeled and sliced
½ grapefruit, peeled and sliced
½ avocado, sliced
¼ cup pomegranate seeds
2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Arrange the mixed greens on a serving plate or bowl.
Top with orange slices, grapefruit slices, avocado, pomegranate seeds, and pumpkin seeds.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately and enjoy this light, nutrient-rich dish that supports your heart and your overall well-being.