Strawberry Mint Salad

Strawberry Mint Salad

A bit obsessed with strawberries and mint this week. Ever since the delicious Strawberry Mint Limeade Cocktail, I've been dying to put the two together again.

Try this super refreshing salad as a side dish or use on top of a spinach salad.

Strawberry Mint Salad

5 minutes to make // Yields: 2 servings

Ingredients

Strawberries (6 oz, organic and fresh, diced )

Mint (10 big leaves, chopped)

Red Onion (1/4 cup, diced)

Balsamic Vinegar (about 1tbs.) 

Pink Sea Salt

Fresh Cracked Black Pepper

Instructions

1- Toss strawberries, mint, and red onion together  
     in a bowl.
2-  Sprinkle on salt, fresh pepper, and balsamic vinegar, and mix well.
3- Serve and enjoy!

Benefits 

Strawberries: Packed with phyto-chemicals, this anti-inflammatory and antioxidant rich berry is bursting with Vitamin C to keep your skin smooth and wrinkle free by boosting collagen production. Studies show these ruby berries support cardiovascular health, decrease risk of type 2 diabetes by regulating blood sugar, and can help prevent certain types of cancer. 

Mint: Nutrient rich mint soothes the digestive tract and is an excellent blood cleanser which can aid in clearing up skin problems like acne.

Red Onion: With their unique combination of flavonoids and sulfur, onions are a beauty food. Onions prevent excessive inflammation throughout your body and enhance the power of your Vitamin C. 

See this article for benefits of Vitamin C on skin health.