Ingredients
- 100 g rocket
- 200 g strawberries, hulled and halved
- 100 g blueberries or raspberries
- 50 g walnuts, toasted
- ½ small red onion, very thinly sliced
- A few basil or mint leaves
For the dressing
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp good balsamic vinegar
- ½ tsp Dijon mustard
Method
- Dress: whisk the oil, balsamic and mustard with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Toss: toss the rocket and red onion with most of the dressing.
- Finish: scatter over the berries, walnuts and herbs, and drizzle with the rest of the dressing. Serve straight away.
Why it's good for you: Berries are among the richest foods in anthocyanins and other polyphenols, which are linked with lower markers of inflammation and healthy ageing. Strawberries are also packed with vitamin C. Walnuts are the richest nut source of omega-3 fats, and peppery rocket brings protective glucosinolates.
Good to know: For a keto version, use raspberries rather than blueberries and keep the portion of fruit modest. For a low-FODMAP version, use chives or the green tops of spring onions instead of the red onion.
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