Spinach and Pomegranate Salad

Health Rating

A simple salad made with spinach, celery, almonds and pomegrante seeds

Ingredients

1/2 bunch	Spinach (cut the stem off and chop the leaves)
2 leaf	Lettuce, romaine (chopped)
1 large stalk(s)	Celery (diced)
8 tomato	Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
1/4 cup	Slivered almonds
2 tbsp	Balsamic Vinaigrette (or dressing of choice)
1 tbsp	Pomegranate seeds

Wash spinach and romaine lettuce, pat dry, or use a salad spinner. Transfer to a large salad bowl.
Wash cherry tomatoes and either add whole or cut in half, add to the salad bowl.
Add the diced celery
Add pre-chopped or slivered almonds and pomegranate seeds to the salad
Drizzle salad with balsamic vinegar
Enjoy right away!

For additional flavor - Drizzle with olive oil and a dash of salt and pepper to taste

For additional protein - add a tbsp. of chia seeds or hemp seeds

Spinach

is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin C and Folic Acid

Almonds

are "good" fats that will help you stay fuller longer! They also contain potassium, iron, zinc, and vitamin D

Quick Tips:

Slivered or pre-chopped almonds can be purchased in the health food section in your local grocery store.

You can also grind the almonds on a pulse in a food processor at home!

Calories 395

Calories from fat 276

Calories from saturated fat 37

Total Fat 31 g

Saturated Fat 4.2 g

Trans Fat 0

Polyunsaturated Fat 11.4 g

Monounsaturated Fat 13.3 g

Cholesterol 0

Sodium 202 mg

Potassium 1694 mg

Total Carbohydrate 22.1 g

Dietary Fiber 9.9 g

Sugars 9.3 g

Protein 12.6 g