Salads are the queens of the and there are countless ways to make them. The perfect option is to achieve a fresh and light dish, but one that also provides us with all the necessary nutrients to have energy on hot days. One of the ingredients that cannot be missing in a salad for its nutritional value is . In addition, it is a food rich in fiber and contains up to 20 different vitamins. It is also perfect for summer as it contains many properties that benefit the skin and help take care of it during the summer.
The recipe has a base of rice, vegetables and a light sauce that is not fattening.
Ingredients for the salad:
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3 cups white rice, cooked
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250g cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 cup corn, cooked
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2 avocado, diced
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1/2 cup light mayonnaise
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2 lemons, their juice
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60 g walnuts, chopped
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1 carrot, grated
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150g peas, cooked and peeled
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300 g green salad, in thin strips
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1 cup artichoke hearts, cut into thin strips
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1/4 cup olive oil
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Avocado slices, to decorate
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Watercress, to accompany
Preparation of the salad
In a bowl, mix all the ingredients, stir well and season with salt and pepper. Place the mixture in an individual mold, press well with a spoon and turn out onto a plate. Garnish with a slice of avocado and serve accompanied by watercress.
Healthy Pink Sauce Ingredients
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150g of natural Greek yogurt
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Half a cooked beetroot (and some of the liquid)
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Juice of half a lemon
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A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
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Salt and pepper to taste
To make this dressing you just have to beat all the ingredients and add it to the dish. This sauce is perfect if you are on vacation or want to take care of your figure.