By Our Noble Kitchen
Oranges and Chicory with Poppy Seed Dressing
Greens are out to give you stiff competition, nutrition-wise.
Their list of credits is getting longer, and already includes the following:
* Vitamin A as carotene. Greens provide plenty - on the order of 50 to 100 percent of the recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) per cup.
* Vitamin C. The carotene in greens comes with this cousin antioxidant - with levels varying from one-third to three quarters of the RDA.
* Fiber. Greens are great for fiber, too, with 2 to 5 grams per cup.
* Low calorie count. How many foods give you so much nutrition for 50 or fewer calories per serving?
* Low fat content. With so few calories, greens obviously can't pack in any fat to speak of.
And some greens - those of collards, mustard, turnips, and kale - boast still another distinction.
They belong to the cabbage family of vegetables now in the cancer-prevention spotlight.
The bottom line, obviously, is that greens are winners.
They are perfect for helping to lower cholesterol, prevent cancer, lose weight, and control diabetes.
Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 12:20:56 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
33
Low
Glycemic Load
4
Low
Nutrition per serving
Calories137.9 kcal (7%)
Total Fat9.2 g (13%)
Carbs12.4 g (5%)
Sugars6 g (7%)
Protein3.8 g (8%)
Sodium23.1 mg (1%)
Fiber4.3 g (15%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings
Instructions
Step 1
Slice each orange section into thirds and remove any seeds.
Step 2
Then combine them with chicory, onions, and sunflower seeds in a large salad bowl.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together juices and oil.
Step 4
In a nonstick skillet, heat poppy seeds over medium-high heat until fragrant and toasted, about 3 minutes.
Step 5
Add poppy seeds to salad, then pour on dressing and toss well to combine.
Step 6
Serve at room temperature or chilled.
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