Radiant Skin Superfood Salad
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15 min
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Salads
Nourish your skin from the inside out with our Radiant Skin Superfood Salad—a delicious mix of nature's most effective beauty-boosting ingredients. This nutrient-rich bowl contains vitamins that promote collagen production, antioxidants that protect your skin, and healthy fats that enhance your natural glow. The ingredients are also extra hydrating which we know our skin loves. It's more than just a salad; it's your daily serving of edible skincare!
Ingredients
Base Layer:
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 cup broccoli florets, chopped
- 1 cup edamame, shelled
- 2 cups finely chopped kale
- 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1/2 cup of protein (optional)
- 1 red or yellow bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
- 1 small cucumber sliced
Toppings:
- ¼ cup sprouted sunflower seeds
- Optional: microgreens for extra nutrients
Matcha Green Goddess Dressing:
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 1 tsp high-grade matcha powder
- 1/2 of an Avocado
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 small garlic clove
- 1/2 cup of fresh parsley
- 2 tsp of honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Water to thin as needed
Directions
Step 1
Cook quinoa according to package instructions. Set aside to cool.
Step 2
Steam broccoli florets until bright green and tender-crisp (about 3-4 minutes).
Step 3
Steam edamame until tender (5 minutes).
Step 4
Finely chop kale, removing tough stems. Massage kale with a drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice for 2-3 minutes until tender.
Step 5
Make the dressing: combine all dressing ingredients in blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Gradually add water until the desired consistency is reached.
Step 6
Assemble: layer quinoa as the base. Arrange kale and remaining vegetables in sections. Add prepared protein (optional, we chose salmon). Top with edamame.
Step 7
Sprinkle with sunflower seeds and add microgreens. Drizzle with dressing just before serving and enjoy.
enjoy!
We love this salad not only for its incredible skin-nourishing benefits but also for its simplicity and convenience. Packed with superfoods that promote a radiant glow, it's a delicious way to support your skin from the inside out. Plus, it’s perfect for meal prepping! Make a big batch on Sunday, and you’ll have a week’s worth of nutrient-packed lunches to keep your skin looking fresh and luminous all week long!
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