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Fresh Berry and Kale Salad

  • 15 Mins

    Prep Time

  • 0 Mins

    Cook Time

  • 6

    Servings

  • 105

    Calories

  • 7g

    Fat

  • 10g

    Carbs

  • 2g

    Protein

Recommended For:

Constipation

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Ingredients

  • 6 Cups Bagged and Shredded Kale, washed
  • ½ Cup Low-Sugar Salad Dressing, such as a balsamic vinaigrette
  • 1 Avocado, sliced
  • 2 Cups Strawberries, rinsed and sliced
  • ½ Cup Blackberries, rinsed
  • ½ Cup Blueberries, rinsed

What You’ll Need

  • Large Mixing Bowl

  • Tongs

  • Avocado Slicer

  • Egg Slicer

  • Small Knife

Instructions

  • 1.

    Wash Hands Wash hands with soap and water.

  • 2.

    Toss Kale Place kale in a large bowl. Add dressing and toss using the tongs, evenly coating the kale with dressing. Set aside.

  • 3.

    Slice Ingredients Slice the avocado using the avocado slicer, and slice the strawberries using the egg slicer.

  • 4.

    Mix Ingredients Add the avocado, strawberries, blackberries, and blueberries to the kale and toss to combine. Add more dressing, if necessary.

  • 5.

    Wash Hands Wash hands with soap and water.

Recipe Created by Meijer Registered Dietitians

Nourishment Notes

Kale

Kale is a great source of insoluble fiber. Insoluble fiber can help a person find relief from constipation. It’s also packed with a variety of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants such as quercetin. Quercetin may protect the heart from heart disease.

Avocado

Avocados contain insoluble fiber to help relieve constipation. It’s also a great source of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.

Strawberries

Strawberries are packed with vital nutrients, including vitamin C and antioxidants. Vitamin C is key to helping the body heal. Antioxidants may help lower inflammation within the body. Strawberries also contain insoluble fiber, a nutrient key to helping relieve constipation.

Blackberries

Blackberries are abundant in antioxidants to help protect healthy cells.

Blueberries

Blueberries are high in fiber, vitamin C, and vitamin K and have an incredibly high number of antioxidants.

Fatigue Buster

  • Kale

    Purchase pre-chopped kale to minimize prep time.

  • Strawberries

    Egg slicers work well for not only cutting eggs, but also strawberries. You can also purchase pre-washed and sliced berries.

  • Ask for Assistance

    Ask a friend or family member to help prepare this dish.

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