August 26, 2017
If you are looking for a daily dressing that is extremely versatile and leaves you feeling light, rejuvenated and nourished, look no further. This gingerly green dressing can be piled on by the spoonful to any dish or use it as a creamy dip. Mouthwatering delicious, you will have the guys in your family begging for more greens!
Gingerly Green Dressing
Ingredients
- 1 beautiful ripe avocado
- 1/2 lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup coconut aminos
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon himalayan sea salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 ” chunk of ginger minced
Directions
- Add all the nutrient rich ingredients to a blender and process till thick and creamy
- Add more water if needed for desired consistency
Health Benefits
Avocados: High in most B vitamins (except b12), good source of vitamin A, C and E, rich in the minerals potassium, magnesium, maganese, iron, phosphorus and copper; also, full of heart healthy monounsaturated fat and has some omega 3’s, which stabalize blood pressure
Lemons: Detoxifier, especially for the liver, helps in fat metabolism, high in potassium and vitamin C, alkaline
Apple Cider Vinegar: Source of probiotics and enzymes; acetic acid acts as natural antibiotic by killing unwanted bacteria, polyphenols
EVOO: Heart healthy monounsaturated fat, helps lower LDL
Ginger: Digestive stimulant, fire up energy and circulation, anti-inflammatory
Himalayan Salt: Promotes healthy pH, balances electrolytes, good source of magnesium, stimulates digestion, 84 essential minerals
