Power salad

Ingredients

Almond dressing

1 lemon, juiced

½ cup of Extra virgin olive oil

½ cup of soaked almonds, drained

½ tsp mustard powder

1 tsp honey or agave nectar

Salad

4 organic apples, seeded and diced

2 cups of seedless grapes, halved

3 arms of celery, chopped

2 courgettes, chopped in cubes

1 cup walnuts

1 handful of any mixed herbs, chopped

Method

1. Place lemon juice, honey, mustard, and olive oil in blender with ¼ cup of almonds.

2. Blend until smooth consistency only adding more almonds for thickness.

3. Add water if necessary to blend and to get the right consistency for you.

4. Mix the dressing with salad ingredients.

5. Sprinkle herbs on top.

Nutrient Information

• Almonds are very rich source of calcium.  They contain protein and fibre and are high in antioxidants selenium and vitamin E.
• Lemon are an excellent source of vitamin C an antioxidant that is vital for a strong immune system.
• Olive oil is a monounsaturated fat that helps protect against heart disease.
• Agave nectar has a low Glycaemic Index which causes a slower rise in blood sugar, much more healthier than sugay.
• Honey is antimicrobial and full of antioxidants
• Apples is a good source of dietary fibre, vitamin C and phytonutrients
• Grapes may help reduce the risk of heart disease due to the quercetin and resveratrol
• Celery is great at helping to lower blood pressure due to the coumarin compounds, contains good amounts of vitamin C, sodium and potassium so very good for the electrolytes of the body especially after training.
• Courgettes are high in vitamin A, C, E and mainly found in the skin are all good for streagthening the immune system.
• Walnuts contain the essential fats omega 3 and omega 6 which are helpful for the cardiovascular system, skin and brain health.