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Winter Detox Salad

A bowl of winter detox salad.

This winter detox salad is my go-to lunch after the holidays when my body is begging me to get back on track. After all, the surplus of Christmas cookies and slabs of cheese can weigh you down after a while (as delicious as they are!).

A bow of winter detox salad.


If you’ve been feeling sluggish, this salad is a godsend as it’s loaded with color, texture, and nutrients that’ll have you fighting fit. Oh, and don’t even get me started on the subtle hit of protein from the quinoa and the fiber-filled kale!

Although the base salad ingredients are delicious, it’s the zingy orange-based dressing that steals the show here. The extra virgin olive oil is perfectly smooth and loaded with healthy fats, making it a satisfying addition to an otherwise simple salad.

You don’t even need to indulge in dessert if you’re chowing down on this winter detox salad. That’s right – it’s made with slices of orange to give you just the right amount of sweetness to keep those cravings at bay.

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    So, here’s to giving your liver a helping hand with a fresh, wholesome, and low-calorie salad!

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    Why You’ll Love This Winter Detox Salad

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    Ingredients

    The full printable recipe card with measurements and instructions is found at the bottom of the post.

    For the salad

    For the dressing

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    How to Make This Winter Detox Salad

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    What to Serve with Winter Detox Salad

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    Recipe Tips and Tricks

    Variations and Substitutions

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    Storage Instructions

    This delicious winter detox salad stores for up to 4 days in the refrigerator. I suggest storing it in an airtight container to extend its life as much as possible!

    Can I Freeze?

    I don’t recommend freezing this salad as the leaves will wilt and simply won’t defrost properly.

    Like with many salads, this winter detox salad is best enjoyed just after it’s prepared or a few days later!

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    Winter Detox Salad

    Created by Stacie Vaughan
    Servings 6
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes
    Light yet filling! Take a break from all the heavy winter comfort foods with this salad recipe of quinoa, pomegranate, and blood orange dressing.

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 cups cooked quinoa
    • 1 cup pomegranate arils
    • 2 cups chopped baby kale
    • ¼ cup chopped parsley
    • 2 oranges peeled and cut into ½ inch pieces

    Dressing

    • cup orange juice
    • cup extra virgin olive oil
    • cup white vinegar
    • tsp salt
    • tsp pepper

    Instructions

    • In a large bowl, toss together quinoa, pomegranate arils, kale, parsley and oranges.
    • In a small bowl or jar, whisk together orange juice, olive oil, vinegar and salt and pepper. Pour over salad and toss to coat.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Sodium: 41mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g

    The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

    Course Salads
    Cuisine American
    Keyword Winter Detox Salad

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