Every day, I make sure to have a salad, sometimes even twice a day — one for lunch and another for dinner. I absolutely love crunchy foods, which is a big reason why I’m such a fan of salads. They give me that satisfying feeling of actually eating something, plus they’re packed with fiber and nutrients that keep me full and content.
I truly enjoy the process of chopping vegetables on my wooden cutting board. It might sound a bit odd, but the smell and the crunch when cutting through a carrot are delightful to me. Am I quirky for loving this? Haha! Even Vienna seems to enjoy it, sitting across from me in her high chair, watching. Although in the picture below, she’s a bit preoccupied, probably curious about what Daddy is doing behind the camera. She’s such a cutie!
I constantly switch up the ingredients in my salads, usually based on what’s in the fridge or what inspires me at the farmers market. Walker and I both loved this particular salad, and yes, it brought lots of good crunch! Whenever I share a salad picture on Instagram, Snapchat, or Pinterest, you can bet we’re both indulging in it. I never make a salad for just one, so this recipe generously serves two.
In this salad, there were beets, carrots, red onion, parsley, green onion, raisins, microgreens, cucumber, sheep milk feta, and romaine lettuce (for added crunch!). This dish brims with health benefits and offers a detoxifying boost. The fiber in these veggies supports colon health, potentially preventing colon cancer and promoting glowing skin, among other benefits.
Beets are a detox powerhouse, containing betaine, which is vital for proper liver function and protection against harmful toxins. If you’ve read my book or attended my workshops, you already know that beets are excellent for checking your “transit time.”
If you enjoy detox recipes that are perfect anytime, check out my upcoming second book, “JOYOUS DETOX: Your Complete Plan and Cookbook to be Vibrant Every Day!”
Parsley is another detox champion, known for stimulating bowel function and cleansing the blood. It’s also anti-inflammatory, thanks to eugenol, a volatile oil with such benefits.
This salad is loaded with beauty-enhancing nutrients like vitamins A and C — both essential for revitalizing skin cells, preventing dullness, and delaying premature aging.
What are microgreens? Smaller than baby greens but larger than sprouts, microgreens are tiny greens harvested from the seeds of vegetables or herbs. I grab mine at the health food store.
I always choose organic ingredients for my salads and encourage you to do the same to minimize exposure to chemical pesticides.
We paired this salad with sweet potato hummus and crackers, and a refreshing lemon water. Sometimes I add leftover protein from the night before, like fish or chicken, but I didn’t have any on hand this time. It was still quite satisfying!
I hope you love this salad recipe! Walker and I have been working on new recipes for my free salad ebook, which will be available soon. If you subscribe to my newsletter, you’ll receive it when it’s released. If you’re not signed up yet, subscribe here to get my Healthy Breakfast guide and soon, 7 delicious and nourishing salad recipes!
Wishing you a joyous week!
Joy
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From Brenda: I enjoyed your book.
Thanks so much, Brenda!
Heather from Joyous Health Team: Thank you for the salad.
From Julie: Hi Joy, I’m trying to eat healthy. I’m not much of a cook due to my depression, which makes it challenging. But I’m ready to focus on my diet now and find your advice straightforward and helpful. After watching your videos, I’m following your guidance. Could you let me know if it’s safe to eat spinach and kale raw? I want to make salads. Your videos have been so inspiring.
Joy’s response: Hi Julie! Well done for taking positive steps to care for yourself. As long as you don’t have a thyroid condition, eating raw cruciferous veggies like kale is fine. Still, I suggest mixing up your diet with both cooked and raw options for variety. You might enjoy this super tasty salad too: [link] All the best to you, Julie!
Heather from Joyous Health Team: Thank you for sharing your knowledge and enjoyment of healthy food through enticing recipes.
My pleasure! Thanks for trying out my recipes!
From Laura: This looks soooo delicious, Joy. I’m making your rainbow stir-fry today. Thanks for your wonderful books, work, and inspiration. I ordered the Magnesium bisglycinate! Xoxo Laura.
Joy’s response: Perfect! I’m thrilled to hear that. Enjoy the recipes and I’m glad you got the Mg!
From Julie: Thank you so much.
Joy’s response: You’re welcome. Can’t wait for you to try!
From a reader: How do you cook your beets?
Joy’s response: These are raw!
