We’ve got a great one for you today, folks, and it comes in the form of a nutrient-dense superfood salad. Tossed in a simple lemony vinaigrette, this avocado broccoli salad makes for a satisfying lunch or filling dinner. In addition to the vibrant flavors, the varying textures make this salad an enjoyable eating experience. The crunchy broccoli is the perfect complement to the creamy avocado, and the juicy tomatoes go great with the sweet and tart blueberries. The light nutty crunchy from the hemp hearts also contribute to amazing mouthfeel while you eat it.
Many people appreciate the health benefits of both broccoli and avocado. Broccoli is rich in protein, vitamin K, and fiber, vitamin C, and folate, and it contains powerful antioxidants that benefit the heart. In fact, the glucoraphanin in broccoli coverts into sulforaphane during digestion. Sulforaphane may reduce blood sugar, oxidative stress, and cholesterol levels, according to test-tube studies. Avocados are excellent sources of potassium, magnesium, and omega-3 fatty acids, which are monounsaturated fats that may lower cholesterol and improve brain health. An excess of cholesterol in your arteries can reduce blood flow. Because this salad contains both avocados and broccoli, it is very beneficial for heart health!
The secret weapon of this recipe is not the hemp hearts, although they are nutritionally impressive; but rather the Herbs de Provence. This seasoning blend features herbs that grow abundantly in southern France. Many recipes from that region contain those herbs, which are dried and combined for this short-cut seasoning blend. While the blend of herbs can change, most Herbs de Provence spice bottles contain tarragon, fennel seeds, sage, thyme, rosemary, and oregano. It truly elevates the dressing, which we encourage you to liberally coat your ingredients with. We hope you love this unique and powerful superfood salad.
- Prep Time:10m
- Total Time:10m
- Serves: 2 servings
- Category: Full Body Cleanse Approved, Salads & Dressings, Raw, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
For the Dressing
- 2 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 tbsp. raw apple cider vinegar
- 2 tsp. Herbs de Provence
- 1/2 tsp. mustard powder
- sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the Salad
- 1 tbsp. chopped Italian parsley
- 1 large avocado, peeled, pitted, and cubed
- 4 c broccoli florets
- 1 c spring mixed greens
- 1 c cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 c blueberries
- 2 tbsp. hemp hearts
Instructions
For the Dressing
- In a small bowl, combine the ingredients and whisk well until fully mixed. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Set the dressing aside while you prepare the salad.
For the Salad
- Add all of the ingredients to a large bowl and toss gently to combine.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to ensure all the ingredients are coated. Serve and enjoy.
