Lunch: Baby Spinach, Avocado, and Pumpkin Seed Salad
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Health and fertility benefits of Baby Spinach, Avocado, and Pumpkin Seed Salad
Fresh spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, all of which have significant roles in reducing inflammation in the body, all of which help in the case of infertility. Avocados are anti-inflammatory in nature, as they contain omega-3 fatty acids which have been proven to reduce inflammation within the body. Those seeking to sop up more oil-based nutrients will want eat avocado, as they help with their absorption. Vitamins A, D, E, and K all fall into this category, and with each also playing a role in reducing inflammation, ensuring that they get absorbed into your body efficiently will aid you in repairing the damage done by the excess insulin that flows through your veins.
Ingredients
10 cups baby spinach leaves, washed and ready to use
1/2 cup green pumpkin seeds
2 (small to medium-sized) avocados
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lime, zested and juiced
1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Put the spinach leaves and pumpkin seeds into a large salad bowl.
Halve the avocados and then remove the stones. Spoon out the flesh over the salad leaves and pumpkin seeds.
Mix the olive oil, lime juice and zest in a small bowl. Add the salt and whisk to emulsify.
Pour the dressing over the salad, and then gently toss everything together using your hands. Take care not to mush the avocado pieces.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 6
Amount Per Serving | ||
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Calories 0 | ||
Fat 0 | ||
Carbohydrate 0 | ||
Protein 0 |