ANTI-INFLAMMATORY GUT HEALTH SALAD | Britt's Kitchen Ep 5

pumpkin seeds

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: chia seeds

Sunflower seeds provide similar texture and nutrients at a lower cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable while still providing healthy fats.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs can be used for convenience and cost savings.

avocado

🥗Healthier: hummus

💰Cheaper: mashed peas

Mashed peas offer creaminess at a lower price.

Open a can of chickpeas and rinse them with water.

In a bowl, toss the rinsed chickpeas with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 pinches of salt, black pepper, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder.

Transfer the chickpeas to an air fryer in a single layer and cook at 380°F for about 8 to 10 minutes until crispy.

In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt, the juice of 1 lemon, 1 cup of parsley, 1 clove of garlic, 1/2 avocado, and 1/4 cup of olive oil. Blend until smooth, adjusting with more oil or water if needed for consistency.

Prepare the salad by adding the roasted chickpeas to a large bowl.

Add 1 cup of pre-cooked quinoa to the bowl.

Add a handful of shredded cabbage for crunch.

Add a combination of torn romaine and baby red butter lettuce.

Sprinkle in some red onion and cucumber.

Crumble feta cheese into the salad.

Add a couple of spoonfuls of the dressing and toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients.

Plate the salad and enjoy.

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