Spinach-And-Berries Salad With Non-Fat Curry Dressing
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"The foods in this easy recipe are powerhouses of nutrition. Why this recipe is good for you: Super-high antioxidants in spinach and berries; Curry powder is anti-inflammatory; Blueberries stimulate the birth rate of new brain cells in elderly rats, according to Tufts University research."
Original recipe yield: 6 servings.
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INGREDIENTS:
- 6 ounces fresh spinach, torn in bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup thickly sliced strawberries
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced, pulled into rings
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- Non-Fat Curry Dressing
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 4 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- Salt, pepper to taste
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DIRECTIONS:
- Wash and dry spinach. Whip together dressing. Add to spinach and toss lightly. Add berries, onion and pecans. Toss lightly.
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