March 16, 2013

Arugula and Watercress Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing

This is one of my favorite salad combinations. Arugula is another peppery flavored super green that belongs to the same family of foods as kale, cabbage and broccoli. It's full of antioxidants, calcium, as well as Vitamin K. It contains high amounts of Vitamin B and folate, which both help slow down the aging of the brain.

It has cancer fighting properties, helps lower cholesterol and balance blood sugar. The high level of chlorophyll in arugula, helps prevent liver and DNA damage. It's a good source of magnesium, iron and copper. Make arugula a regular part of your diet, either by itself or mixed with other greens.

Arugula and Watercress Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing



Salad

Combine arugula and watercress; top with avocados.

Honey Mustard Dressing

1/4 cup raw honey
1/4 cup raw apples cider vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
2 Tbsp prepared mustard (use organic stone ground)
2 tsp Bragg's Liquid Aminos (or salt to taste)
1 clove garlic
1/2 tsp mustard powder (optional)

Combine in blender until smooth and creamy.




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