SnapDragon Antioxidant Power Salad w/ Ginger Citrus Dressing

This SnapDragon apple antioxidant power salad is a go-to for a number of reasons:

  1. SnapDragon Apples are a superfruit containing several vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals that help protect your body against free radicals, atherosclerosis, osteoporosis, type 2 diabetes, and certain types of cancer.
  2. Eating a salad every day is a great and easy way to increase your fiber intake.
  3. Starting a meal with a green salad enhances satiety and can reduce the total number of calories consumed.
  4. The vinaigrette contains healthy fats, which are good for brain function and can keep you fuller longer.
  5. The salad has plenty of water content from veggies and fruits, aiding in hydration.

Ingredients

  • Fresh Spring Greens - 4 cups
  • SnapDragon Apples, sliced thick or chopped - 1-2
  • Snow Peas - 1 cup
  • Small Zucchini, sliced on the bias - 1
  • Red Onion, thinly sliced - 1/2
  • Cup fresh Bean Sprouts - 1/2 cup
  • Cilantro leaves - 1 tbsp
  • Asian Ginger Dressing -
  • Peanut or Canola Oil - 1/4 tbsp
  • Rice Wine Vinegar - 2 tbsp
  • Coconut Sauce - 2 tbsp
  • Freshly grated Ginger - 2 tsp
  • Low Sodium, Soy Sauce - 2 tsp
  • Sesame Oil - 1 1/2 tsp
  • Agave Syrup - 1 tsp
  • Minced Garlic - 1 tsp

Instructions

  1. Combine spring greens, snow peas, zucchini slices, red onion, and cilantro leaves in a bowl.
  2. Assemble bean sprouts and then apple slices/chunks on top.
  3. In separate bowl, combine the dressing ingredients until well blended.
  4. Drizzle dressing over top of salad and enjoy!
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