Junio is Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month!
Por el Banco de Alimentos de Houston
Junio 20, 2024
The month of Junio is dedicated to “MyPlate food groups and portions for a healthy eating pattern” and “Prevention of Obesity, diabetes, and other chronic diseases”. Join Shynice as she talks about the dangers and causes of Hypertension, as well as how simple changes in diet and lifestyle can improve your health. After a quick overview of the DASH diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) Shynice demonstrates a heart healthy salad recipe you can find below.
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Pomegranate and Spinach Salad
A refreshing fruit and vegetable salad
Ingredientes
- 4 cup fresh baby spinach
- 1/2 cup pomegranate arils (seeds)
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey
- salt and pepper to taste
Instrucciones
- In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, pomegranate arils, feta cheese and chopped nuts.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until well coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notas
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