By incorporating ketchup and strawberry preserves, a rapid blender vinaigrette functions as both a dressing for this strawberry spinach salad and a barbecue sauce for the tenders. Requesting raw beets and turnips?

Certainly, absolutely! Using tiny ones and slicing them thinly will result in something quite tasty and crunchy. The use of a low-cost mandoline simplifies and expedites this salad. Apply the residual vinaigrette to elevate uncomplicated grilled steak, chicken, or seafood.

Greek cheese halloumi morsels that have been pan-fried serve as a delectable substitute for croutons. By preparing a straightforward shallot vinaigrette in the same receptacle as the salad, this exquisite summer salad can be prepared expeditiously and effortlessly.

The tangy goat cheese, orange segments, and toasted hazelnuts infuse this straightforward salad with color. This salad would make an excellent meal to-go.

To prevent the salad greens, dressing, and garnishes from becoming soggy, place them in separate containers and combine them just prior to consumption. For a delectably invigorating and effortless spring salad, tender spinach, crunchy almonds, and juicy berries are exquisitely complemented by homemade poppy seed vinaigrette.

Whisk together the dressing and salad ingredients in advance, then store the mixture separately. Simply prior to serving, combine the salad and the dressing.

For a comprehensive meal, garnish with shrimp or grilled chicken. Consistently deliver a salad consisting of leafy greens, fruit, cheese, almonds, and a straightforward vinaigrette. If watercress is unavailable, try substituting arugula, baby spinach, or baby kale in its place.

Strawberries, feta, and walnuts add crunch and flavor to an otherwise straightforward spinach salad. Making the balsamic vinaigrette is a breeze; the addition of fresh shallots imparts a greater zest than any commercial dressing. This scrumptious fruit salad recipe is adorned with piquant watercress that is adorned with sweet peaches and raspberries.

However, the delectable aspect lies in the crispy bacon that is encased in a glaze composed of maple port wine and sugary gooeyness.

The inclusion of wheat berries in this nutritious grain salad recipe imparts a delectable texture. If desirable, the chopped kale may be substituted with another dark leafy green, such as chard or spinach.

Each morsel in this fruity green salad with chicken is a flavor explosion. Similar to blackberries, blueberries are loaded with the healthy plant substance called anthocyanin, which gives them that gorgeous blue hue and provides some protection against heart disease.

Preliminary research also indicates that blueberries may have a positive effect on improving night vision and reducing blood glucose levels. Bonus: Frozen blueberries are just as nutritious as fresh when they're out of season.

Cranberries aren't just for Thanksgiving. For years, doctors have touted the fact that cranberries prevent harmful bacteria from sticking to the walls of the urinary tract, thus cutting down on the possibility of infections.

Now researchers also point out that cranberries are a high antioxidant food. The little red berries also contain other phytonutrients important for protecting the body against heart disease, cancer, and other conditions such as memory loss.

Add the antioxidant-rich fruit to more than sauce by using cranberries in healthy recipes such as a fresh salad or roasted cauliflower. Bet you didn't know that dark chocolate is full of antioxidants.

In this case, studies suggest the cocoa extracted from the cacao tree is rich in plant substances called flavanols that may help to protect the heart.

The natural cocoa polyphenols are even shown to have anti-inflammatory properties. Pecans and other nuts such as almonds and walnuts are well known for fighting free radicals and are packed with vitamin E, which is an antioxidant that can prevent cell damage.

These powerful nuts are even believed to be a natural anti-inflammatory ingredient. Try roasting the antioxidant-rich food to give them more flavor. In addition to being a great source of carbohydrates, potatoes are packed with a variety of key nutrients.

Potatoes are nutritious, high in fiber, and definitely belong on our antioxidant food list. Research by Potatoes USA shows potatoes contain an "assortment of phytochemicals with antioxidant potential, most notably carotenoids and anthocyanins.

Enjoy your potatoes mashed or baked for a nutritious side. Long revered as a good source of fiber, prunes are also recognized for their antioxidant properties and helping slow age-related mental and physical problems.

Also high in potassium, vitamin K, and boron which may have bone protective qualities , these dried plums are the perfect antioxidant food to add to your morning cereal or enjoy as a quick snack. By the way, they're also great for bone health.

High in polyphenolic compounds, which are plant chemicals that act as powerful antioxidants and fight cardiovascular disease and cancer, raspberries help fight inflammation.

Use those tart red berries in a summery pie or drop a few in your mocktail. Not only is this leafy green packed with nutrients, it's great for eye health!

Concerning antioxidants, spinach is one of the best sources of lutein and zeaxanthin, which can defend the eyes from free radicals. It's delicious as a base for a healthy salad like this tilapia salad , pictured above.

Learn our Test Kitchen's best tips for cooking spinach all the ways for a quick and easy side dish full of antioxidants. Chan School of Public Health. Panche, A. et al. Mosca, Luciana et al. Yim, Hip Seng et al. Cruz, Ganzalo et al. Xia, Jia-Yue et al.

Wong, Chloe et al. Magrone, Thea et al. Bohm, Volker. Georgia, Kelli S. Coppari, Sophia et al. Including leafy greens, avocado, salmon, almonds, blueberries and leafy greens.

In addition and perhaps a surprising source of antioxidants are also Ocean Spray Ocean Spray Craisins® Original Dried Cranberries and extra virgin olive oil.

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