Cooling Salad

By: Dr Rachel Enright
Cooling Salad
This refreshing, nutrient-rich salad is perfect for increasing iron and detoxing support!

Method

  1. Heat oven to 180°C and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. Cook the rice in filtered water with 1 tbsp. of dried sage for around 10 minutes or until done. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the remaining sage, garlic, ¾ cup walnuts, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Mix well.
  4. Slice cauliflower into bite-sized chunks and beetroot into moon-shaped pieces. Add to the above mixture, making sure all veggies are coated thoroughly.
  5. Spread the veggies on the tray and pop into the oven. Bake for 15 minutes, then rotate and bake for another 10 minutes. Remove from oven and cool.
  6. While veggies are baking, prepare the dressing by mixing all ingredients together.
  7. In a large mixing bowl, add the rice, cooked veggies, baby spinach and dressing. Toss gently. Top with walnuts and sliced strawberries.
  8. Serve and enjoy!

Extra Notes

Sage is excellent for hot flushes and menopausal symptoms while walnuts are helpful in modulating oestrogens.
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