What is one thing that most leafy greens have in common? They tend to have a slightly bitter flavor profile, which is why you incorporate other seasonings, fruits, or vegetables into the mix when preparing them. Some leafy greens, like spinach, have milder flavor profiles and don’t assert themselves in smoothies or salads. In the case of a bag of mixed greens, you often get a collection of greens that can exhibit peppery and bitter flavors. That’s why you need something sweet to balance your salad, making figs the perfect addition to a mixed green salad.

Figs have a rich, sweet flavor that is like a cross between raspberry and honey. The soft chew texture and fragrant aroma make them quite addictive, with some varieties being sweeter than others. Figs that ripen later in the season may even have a spicier or savory taste. Because of their complex flavor profile, figs make for excellent additions to sweet and savory dishes.

You can’t just have a salad of mixed greens and figs, though. The dressing has to be on point when you salad ingredient list is short. Liven up the parter with a slightly sweet apple cider vinaigrette that has mustard powder. It’s almost like a honey mustard dressing, only it’s cleanse-approved and free of preservatives, unhealthy fats, and added sugars. We hope you enjoy it! Oh, and if you can’t find fresh figs, feel free to incorporate dried figs into your salad, so long as they are free of preservatives and added sugars.

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Experience the unique and nutritious dish that is this beet green salad. Yes, we are referring to the greens on the tops of beet roots. Some people don’t even know that beets come with greens because they just purchase the roots in grocery stores. Others buy the beets with greens still attached and simply discard them. Much like any green, though, you can prepare them in several tasty ways.

A lot of people like cooking beet greens, but they actually make a lovely base for a salad. The leaves, although slightly bitter, soften up and become easily digestible after you toss them in a dressing. Not to mention, allowing beet greens to sit in a dressing for about 10-15 minutes helps counteract the inherent bitter flavor. If you taste the salad and think that the beet greens are too bitter, incorporate some romaine or butter lettuce into the mix to mellow the intensity.

Beet greens are naturally rich in calcium and plenty of nitrates, which work to lower blood pressure. Nitrates may also enhance exercise performance by improving oxygen levels in the body. Beet greens are also filled with anti-cancer properties and other micronutrients that fight inflammation, improve digestive health, and support brain health. Now that you know why you should eat them, it’s time to eat them!

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Chef RedBeard walks us through how to make the Raw Green Salad Dressing on this week’s episode of Dherbs Kitchen!

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Loaded with vitamins, polyphenols, minerals, and other antioxidants, this persimmon pomegranate salad is just in time for fall. The persimmon has a warm sweetness that plays off the vibrant, tart pop of the pomegranate arils. The buttery avocado and crisp mixed greens only add to the wonderful contrast of existing flavors and textures. Finally, you dress all of the ingredients in an herbaceous, garlicky dressing that is aromatic and lively. We hope you love it as much as we do!

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This salad is a little out of the ordinary, only in that it contains ingredients that you wouldn’t normally choose to include in a salad. Don’t let that scare you, though. It’s good to experiment with different ingredients, both for the salad and the dressing.

There are various textures and flavors in this salad, which makes for an enjoyable eating experience. The beets offer a rich earthiness, but the spicy ginger dressing balances that flavor. The sweetness of the dried cranberries (make sure they are unsulfured and free of added sugars) complement the greens. It’s a great salad, so go ahead and add it to recipe arsenal.

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People who enjoy spicy food often cook accordingly so that others don’t wine about spice. You shouldn’t have to change your cooking because you have a high heat tolerance. Make this recipe to enjoy by yourself, or with another person who appreciates spicier foods. The salad dressing won’t make  you sweat, but you’ll taste that chipotle!

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This salad is nothing without the dressing. We are talking about one delicious dressing that is so goo you could drink it. When you’ve finished all the greens, carrots, almonds and bell peppers, we can almost guarantee that you’ll be licking the bowl to get every drop of dressing.

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Sometimes it’s nice take a different approach to salads. Perhaps you enjoy certain flavor combinations or want to make it represent a regional cuisine. This salad uses some classic Asian ingredients to yield a beautiful marriage of crunchy, nutty, slightly acidic, and spring and summer flavors.

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