Spinach Salad with Feta and Klamata Olives
It is no secret that spinach is a super food (along with other dark leafy greens). But I will admit that I have not always been a big fan.
It is a good idea to get more leafy green like spinach in our daily diets because there are so many benefits of eating foods like these. Here are just a few:
– spinach is a nutrient dense food. this means that although it is very low in calories, it is very high in nutrients. just one cup of spinach packs vitamin K, vitamin A, magnesium, folate, manganese, iron, calcium, vitamin C, vitamin B2, potassium, and vitamin B6. It’s a very good source of protein, phosphorus, vitamin E, zinc, dietary fiber, and copper. and, it’s a good source of selenium, niacin, and omega-3 fatty acids.
– it is a versatile food. eat it for breakfast, lunch or dinner. in eggs, in a smoothie or creamed as a warm comfort food side
– it is good for your digestive health. the fiber, beta-carotene and vitamin C work to protect the cells of the body’s digestive tract
– studies show that eating leafy greens, like spinach are linked to keeping your brain healthy too
– spinach is a great source of iron. iron is a component of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen to all body cells. this process is necessary for maintaining energy all day.
Spinach Salad=Delish...
Spinach Salad with Feta & Klamata Olives
Ingredients: (serves 1, multiply for more people)
- 1 1/2 cups spinach
- 1/4 (7-8in.) cucumber sliced
- 6 klamata olives
- 2 tablespoons sliced red onions
- 1 tablespoon feta cheese
- 1 tsp. to 1 tablespoon (gluten free) balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp. extra virgin olive oil
- fresh ground pepper to taste
1. lay spinach down on a salad plate
2. place onions and cucumbers on the spinach leaves
3. add olives and feta cheese
4. sprinkle with vinegar and olive oil and add pepper (to taste)
* I do not add any salt, the feta, olives and the vinegar give it all the flavor it needs. but if you like it more salty sprinkle some on. Also, adding some spicy pickled peppers to the mix is a good idea.
This is one fo my favorite salads. Let me know what you think in the comments section. Cheers, Chelsea
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