Side Dish: Broccoli Salad with Cranberries & Almonds

Broccoli with dried cranberries and almonds in a creamy dressing.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Broccoli, Cranberries

Health and fertility benefits of Broccoli Salad with Cranberries & Almonds

Broccoli is one of the non-starchy vegetables that has a very low glycemic index (GI), which is beneficial for reducing blood sugar levels. Broccoli is also a source of DIM (Diindolymethane). Diindolymethane is very effective in reducing the testosterone levels in the body, an action that would automatically curb male dominant features and regulate the estrogen levels in the system. Researchers believe that cranberries contain substances that prevent infection-causing bacteria from sticking to the urinary tract walls. However, store-bought cranberry juice is typically all sugar - so make sure to stick with straight cranberries.

Ingredients

1/4 cup plain yogurt, skim
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1 bunch broccoli
1/3 cup, slivered almonds
1/4 cup mayonnaise

Instructions

1. Cut up the florets, peel the stems and chop. Steam all broccoli for 5-9 minutes.

2. Flash cool broccoli in ice water until chilled.

3. In a small bowl mix the other ingredients adding herbs and spices to taste. dill, celery seeds and onion powder are good. Thin mixture with rice wine vinegar.

4. When broccoli is chilled mix in bowl with dressing adding cranberries and almonds.

5. Serve chilled.

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