Ingredients to prepare strawberry and spinach salad

6 servings


Ingredients:


2 packets of spinach leaves, washed and cut into pieces


4 cups of strawberries, washed and sliced


One cup of vegetable oil (olive/soy/sunflower oil, etc.)


1/4 cup vinegar


1/2 cup sugar, it is recommended to use brown sugar


1/4 teaspoon of paprika


Two tablespoons of sesame seeds


A tablespoon of poppy seeds


Nutritionist's notes


  • The red colour of berries is not only beautiful and pleasant to the eye, but it also indicates its health benefits.
  • The red colour is made up of red-purple pigments called anthocyanins, which are particularly useful powerful antioxidants. These antioxidants contribute to the body's fight against ageing and disease.
  • Plus, berries also contain an anti-inflammatory acid called ellagic acid. In addition to its ability to fight infections, ellagic acid can remove carcinogens from the body and prevent cancer cells' development.
  • Strawberries are delicious - and they also help the body fight infections and cancer.

How to prepare:


Spinach leaves and strawberries should be mixed in a large bowl. The rest of the ingredients must be combined in a medium-sized bowl to make the sauce. Before serving, pour a little dressing over the salad and mix well.


Strawberry and spinach salad and diabetics


Power is high in dietary fibre and omega-3 catechins, which are necessary for diabetics and control blood sugar levels.

Eating strawberries in a measured amount during the day is very good for health, as they contain a high amount of flavonoids, which are used as an anti-inflammatory and help protect the heart. Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, it is also effective against arthritis.

Pay attention to the amount of sugar added from brown sugar and count it as a portion of carbohydrates.

 

Strawberry and spinach salad and heart patients


Strawberry fruits are right for your body as they are rich in soluble fibre that helps lower LDL.

Spinach is rich in antioxidants, iron and fibre that are very important for maintaining your heart health.

The fibre in strawberries helps regulate digestion and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. It improves blood vessel functions and reduces blood clotting.

This salad is rich in omega-3 and antioxidants that raise HDL cholesterol, making it useful for you.

Please pay attention to the amount of salt and sodium in the recipe and avoid adding it.


 

Strawberry and spinach salad for pregnant women


Strawberries are rich in antioxidants that fight free radicals and help prevent cancer. In addition to vitamin C, which is essential for your immunity and the protection of your fetus.

This salad is also an excellent source of vitamin K, manganese, folate, potassium, riboflavin, B vitamins, copper, magnesium and omega-3s.