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MEDJOOL DATE APPLE SALAD

(SERVES 4, Double all for large party)
Medjool dates contain a fiber knows as Beta-D-glucan. Beta-D-glucan decreases the body absorption of cholesterol as well as delays the absorption of glucose in the small intestine. This in turn helps to keep blood sugar levels even!
Ingredients
  • 3 TBSP Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 TBSP Apple cider vinegar
  • 2 TBSP Small red onion, diced
  • 1 TBSP Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 Cup Medjool dates, pitted, cut in 1/2 and sliced
  • 1/2 cup Sliced mushrooms
  • 4 Cups Spinach
  • 1-2 Cups Swiss chard or frisee, cut into bite sized pieces, for color
  • 1 Apple, cored and thinly sliced
  • 1 Pear, cored and thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Pistachios, chopped
  • 2 Radishes, thinly sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional add-ins: 2-3 scallions, sliced; fresh, crumbled goat cheese; add orange flavoring to the vinaigrette

Directions
1 Mix oil, vinegar, onion and Dijon mustard in a bowl until well blended. Can be chilled and used later.

2 Add remaining ingredients to a large mixing or serving bowl and season. 

3 Toss with dressing. Add optional goat cheese and stir gently. 
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  • Welcome
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  • Nutrition and Complete Health
  • Personal Training and Complete Health
  • Body Renewal by Judi
  • RECIPES
    • Baked Asparagus With...
    • Balsamic Chicken
    • Cashew Creme
    • Chicken, Squash and Chickpea Stew
    • Chocolate Chia Pudding
    • Coconut Cauliflower Mash
    • Detox Smoothie
    • Everyday Smoothie
    • Flourless Chocolate Cake
    • Glazed Salmon
    • Homemade Ketchup
    • Lemon Chicken
    • Mango Tilapia
    • Medjool Date Apple Salad
    • Minimalist Black Bean Burger
    • Quinoa with Pomegranate and Pistachio
    • Tangy Salad Dressing
    • Turkey Meatloaf with Homemade Ketchup
  • ASK THE NUTRITIONIST!
    • HOW TO MAKE THE PERFECT SMOOTHIE
    • DO I NEED SUPPLEMENTS?
    • WHY NOT PEANUTS?
    • WHY BE GLUTEN-FREE?
    • WHAT ABOUT COW'S MILK? PART 1
    • WHAT ABOUT COW'S MILK PART 2
    • WHY ARE CARBONATED BEVERAGES HARMFUL?
    • HOW CAN I BOOST MY METABOLISM?
    • LEARN >
      • The Myth of Willpower - NEW!
      • Alcoholic Beverages and Weight Loss
      • Glycemic Index
      • Probiotics
      • Protein and Your Body
      • Omega 3's, Omega 6's and Flaxseed
  • Testimonials
    • About "It's Easy Eating!"tm
    • About Mary
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