Kale, Blueberry and Almond Salad

Lunch

Our Kale, Blueberry and Almond Salad is a fresh and tasty salad. The combination of kale, blueberries and almonds provides a rich source of fibre and healthy fats that prolong a feeling of fullness.

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Calories297kcal

Carbs7.9g

Protein9.2g

Fats25.5g

For Rest Day

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Performance Benefits

This recipe is low in carbohydrates and high in fibre and healthy fats, making it ideal for a rest day.

Health Benefits

Blueberries are believed to have one of the highest antioxidant levels of all common fruits and vegetables. the main type of antioxidants in blueberries are called flavonoids and have been shown to have anti-inflammatory effects and protect your body from free radicals that cause oxidative damage, which can lead to disease over time.

Expert Tips

This salad is quick and easy to prepare and works well as a side salad with any meal.

Alternatively, add some cooked meat, fish or eggs to turn this salad into a protein-enriched lunchbox meal.

Equipment

Frying pan

Ingredients

1 handful Kale (washed and chopped)
50 g Blueberries
4 tbsp Almonds (sliced)
½ tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
½ Lime (juice of ½ lime)
½ tsp Salt
½ tsp Ground pepper

Instructions

Toast the almonds in a hot pan, tossing regularly.
Once they begin to brown, remove from the pan.
Dry the kale and massage with oil in a salad bowl.
Add the lime juice, salt and pepper and mix together.
Top with blueberries and almonds, and serve.

Notes

1 portion of "Kale, Blueberry and Almond Salad" is equivalent to 175g.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 297kcalCarbohydrates: 7.9gProtein: 9.2gFat: 25.5gSaturated Fat: 2.6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 16.9gSodium: 820mgPotassium: 643mgFiber: 8.8gSugar: 5.4gVitamin A: 356ugVitamin C: 89mgCalcium: 186mgIron: 2.7mg

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