3 easy summer salads | hot for food

broccoli

🥗Healthier: cauliflower

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Cauliflower provides a similar texture with fewer calories.

hemp seeds

🥗Healthier: chia seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Chia seeds offer omega-3s at a lower cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is rich in healthy fats, while canola is budget-friendly.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: spinach

Cilantro adds a fresh flavor, while spinach is often more affordable.

Chop broccoli finely and place in a large mixing bowl.

Finely dice tomatoes and cucumbers, then add to the bowl.

Chop red onion and parsley, then mix into the bowl.

Add hemp seeds to the mixture.

Drizzle lemon juice and olive oil over the salad.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Toss all ingredients together until well combined.

Let sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

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