Celery Salad with Creamy Cashew Horseradish Sauce

Today, I'm excited to share a tasty and nutrient-packed celery salad recipe tailored specifically for women's health needs. This salad combines crisp vegetables and fruit with a creamy, nutty dressing and is topped off with crispy smoked tofu cubes. Let's dive into the ingredients and their health benefits.

Healthy, Satisfying Dressing

A healthy and satisfying dressing is key to a great salad. Our recipe uses a blend of horseradish, garlic, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, coconut milk, and cashews to create a creamy, nutrient-dense sauce. Horseradish and garlic offer strong anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, while lemon juice and apple cider vinegar boost metabolism and aid digestion. Honey provides natural sweetness and additional health benefits. Coconut milk and cashews give the dressing a creamy texture and supply healthy fats and proteins for lasting satiety. This dressing is not only delicious but also a nutritional powerhouse, providing your body with essential vitamins and minerals.

Light and Nourishing – Perfect for Hot Summer Days During the Ovulation Phase

During the ovulation phase, your body needs light and nutrient-rich foods that provide energy without feeling heavy. This salad is ideal for hot summer days as it is refreshing and satisfying. The combination of celery, fennel, radishes, and apple creates a hydrating base that supplies your body with essential vitamins and antioxidants. The creamy dressing made from coconut milk and cashews delivers healthy fats and proteins that provide energy and endurance without being heavy on the stomach. Crispy smoked tofu perfectly complements the salad, offering high-quality plant protein, which is particularly beneficial during this phase of your cycle. This light yet nutrient-dense salad supports your body optimally during the ovulation phase, helping you feel energized and well.

Ingredients for Gut Health

A healthy gut is essential for overall well-being. Many of the ingredients in this salad support gut health. Celery is rich in fiber, promoting digestion and helping to keep the gut healthy. Fennel supports digestion and can alleviate bloating and stomach discomfort. Radishes contain fiber and antioxidants that promote gut health. Apples are rich in pectin, a type of fiber that acts as a prebiotic and encourages the growth of healthy gut bacteria. Apple cider vinegar supports digestion and has prebiotic properties that promote the growth of healthy gut bacteria. Garlic also has prebiotic properties and promotes the growth of beneficial gut bacteria. Cashews provide fiber and healthy fats that contribute to gut health.

By combining these ingredients, this salad delivers essential nutrients that support and promote your gut health.

Recipe

Salad Ingredients:

• 2-3 stalks of celery

• 1 fennel bulb

• 1 bunch of radishes

• 1 apple

Dressing Ingredients:

• 1 tsp horseradish

• 2 cloves of garlic

• Juice of half a lemon

• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

• 2 tsp honey

• 4 tbsp coconut milk

• 80 g cashews

• 1/2 tsp salt

• Pepper to taste

Topping:

• 200 g smoked tofu

Preparation:

1. Chop the vegetables and apple and place them in a bowl.

2. For the dressing, blend the horseradish, garlic, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, coconut milk, cashews, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.

3. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix well.

4. Cut the smoked tofu into cubes and bake in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit) for 20 minutes until crispy.

5. Top the salad with the crispy smoked tofu cubes and enjoy!

This salad is not only a flavor explosion but also a true health booster. It is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, tailored specifically to meet your needs. Try this recipe and give your body the nourishment it deserves!

Stay healthy and enjoy your salad!