You will love this Rocket and Blueberry Salad with Creamy Macadamia Dressing!

The Rocket and Blueberry Salad with macadamia nut oil offers several gut health benefits due to its nutrient-dense ingredients. Rocket is a cruciferous vegetable rich in fibre, which promotes healthy digestion by feeding beneficial gut bacteria. It also contains compounds like glucosinolates that support liver health and detoxification.   Blueberries, packed with antioxidants and fibre, also act as prebiotics, helping to fuel the growth of good bacteria in the gut. This combination can aid in improving digestion and reducing inflammation.

Macadamia nut oil, a key component in the creamy dressing, is rich in monounsaturated fats that support overall gut health by reducing inflammation and helping with nutrient absorption. The healthy fats from the oil, alongside the fibre-rich vegetables, create a well-rounded meal that nourishes both the digestive system and the gut lining. Additionally, the inclusion of yogurt (or coconut yogurt as a dairy-free option) in the dressing provides probiotics, further enhancing the gut’s microbial balance and promoting overall digestive wellness.

Ingredients:

4 cups fresh rocket washed

1/2 cup fresh blueberries

1/4 cup toasted walnuts or pecans

1/4 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)

1 small cucumber, thinly sliced

1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

Creamy Macadamia Nut Dressing:

3 tbsp macadamia nut oil

2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt (for dairy-free option)

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp Dijon mustard

1 tsp honey or maple syrup

Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Salad:

In a large salad bowl, combine the rocket, blueberries, toasted walnuts or pecans, cucumber, and red onion. Add crumbled feta or goat cheese if using.

2. Make the Dressing:

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together macadamia nut oil, yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey or maple syrup, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.

3. Assemble:

Drizzle the creamy dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Serve immediately and enjoy!

This salad has a great balance of peppery rocket, sweet blueberries, and creamy dressing with a nutty twist!

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