04/01/2026
This salad is so delish, it will make a beet and quinoa lover out of you if you weren’t already 💚
Your spring detox does not need to be extreme to be effective😉
Sometimes the best support comes from foods that help your liver, gallbladder, digestion, and hormone-clearance pathways do their job well.
Why this bowl works: 👇
• Beets contain betalains that help lower oxidative stress, betaine that supports liver methylation, and natural nitrates that support nitric oxide production and healthy circulation.
• Beet greens + quinoa add fibre to support regular bowel movements, which matters because fibre can help reduce estrogen reabsorption through the gut.
• Olive oil, avocado, and walnuts provide healthy fats that help stimulate gallbladder contraction and bile release, which is important for fat digestion and carrying waste out through the digestive tract.
• Your 5 mushroom blend adds even more functional support. Reishi is especially known for its polysaccharides and triterpenes, compounds studied for antioxidant activity and protection against free-radical damage.
Recipe:
3 Beets
8 Beet Greens Leaves (sliced thinly)
1 cup Quinoa
1 Shallot (finely chopped)
½ cup Walnuts (chopped)
1 Avocado (cubed)
Dressing:
¼ cup Olive Oil
2 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
3 Tbsp Lemon Juice + 1 Tbsp Zest
1 tsp Dijon Mustard
2 tsp dried Parsley
1.5 tsp 5 Mushroom Blend by
½ tsp Sea Salt
How to make:
Add the beets to a large pot. Fill with water and bring to a boil. Cook for 25 minutes or until soft. Rinse in cold water before peeling & chopping.
Meanwhile, cook the quinoa according to the package directions.
In a mason jar, combine dressing ingredients, cover with lid and shake until well combined.
Combine cooked quinoa, beets, beet greens & shallots in a large bowl and toss with dressing. When ready to eat, serve with chopped walnuts & avocado. Top or serve with your favourite protein!
Makes 3-4 servings.
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