This is a REALLY simple salad that is very low in calories! One of the most flavorful ingredients in this is basil – YUM, my favorite!!! Not only is basil incredibly tasty, but it is also incredibly good for you!
Health Benefits of Basil
- Sharpens memory
- Combats colds, flu, and the herpes virus
- Helps eliminate bacterial infections
- Helps to rid the bronchial tubes of phlegm
- Contains calming and anti-stress properties
- Aid in the treatment of ulcers
- Helps to treat a fever
- Relieves a sore throat
- Beneficial for cancer patients
- Curbs laziness – provides a calm sort of energy
- Helps eliminate bad breath
- Helps treat kidney stones
- Good for your heart
The list keeps going! Basil is really good for our health in many different ways! This is due to basil’s excellent healing properties and infection fighting properties. I’m certainly glad this is pretty much my favorite herb since it is so versatile when it comes to improving our health!
So, on to this salad…ahhh, this salad! It’s delicious! It’s really simple, but incredibly flavorful. It makes for a perfect side salad with dinner, or you can have a much larger portion and make it into a lunch meal. No matter how or when you decide to eat it, you will love it!
BASIL CUCUMBER SALAD
Ingredients – you can use as much of each ingredient as you would like!
For the salad:
- Spring Greens
- Fresh Basil
- Red Onion
- Cucumber
- Tomato
For the Dressing:
Directions:
1.) In a small bowl, combine the ingredients for the dressing. Whisk together and set aside.
2.) On a plate, combine all the salad ingredients, then top with the dressing.
I know you are probably thinking this seems like such a simple salad, and it is! But I guarantee, you will love these flavors together! Don’t be shy with the basil – it’s delicious! Enjoy! 🙂
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