A Lovely Pomegranate and Almond Salad

With pomegranates in season for most of us, now's the time to infuse our cells with their many health-enhancing nutrients.

Pomegranates are one of nature's best sources of polyphenols and isoflavones, groups of antioxidants that are thought to help suppress and even kill off cancer cells.

Pomegranates are lower in sugar than most other fruits, making them a good choice for maintaining optimal blood sugar and insulin levels.

Hope you have a chance to enjoy the following recipe for a light and nutritious pomegranate and almond salad.

Ingredients:

For the Salad

Leafy lettuce
1/2 pomegranate, seeded
1/2 cup raw or roasted almonds, sliced

For the Dressing

1 lime, juiced
1 tsp honey
Sea salt & pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Roughly chop lettuce and add to large bowl.

2. Add sliced almonds.

3. Add pomegranate seeds.

4. Whisk dressing ingredients together and drizzle over salad. Toss to coat.

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Ingredients:

For the Salad

Leafy lettuce
1/2 pomegranate, seeded
1/2 cup raw or roasted almonds, sliced

For the Dressing

1 lime, juiced
1 tsp honey
Sea salt & pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Roughly chop lettuce and add to large bowl.

2. Add sliced almonds.

3. Add pomegranate seeds.

4. Whisk dressing ingredients together and drizzle over salad. Toss to coat.