Ingredients:
- 2 medium beets, peeled and shredded
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 cup arugula
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (optional for extra heart health benefits)
Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Shred the Beets:
- Peel the beets and use a box grater or a food processor with a grating attachment to shred them into fine pieces.
- Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Assemble the Salad:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the arugula and baby spinach.
- Add the shredded beets, diced avocado, red onion, feta cheese, and toasted walnuts.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Sprinkle pomegranate seeds on top for an optional heart-healthy boost.
Nutritional Benefits for Heart Health:
- Shredded Beets: Retain all the heart-healthy benefits, including high nitrate content to help lower blood pressure and improve blood flow.
- Avocado: High in healthy monounsaturated fats that can lower bad cholesterol levels.
- Arugula and Spinach: Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that support heart health.
- Walnuts: Contain omega-3 fatty acids that are beneficial for heart health.
- Olive Oil: A source of healthy fats and antioxidants that can reduce inflammation and lower heart disease risk.
Enjoy this vibrant and crunchy shredded beet and avocado salad as part of your heart-healthy diet!
