Summary
Starting (or ending) the day with a nourishing fruit salad can leave you feeling full and satisfied due to the high water and fiber content of the fruit. Adding a sprinkle of high-fiber chia seeds, which expand when they absorb water (or lemon juice in the case of this recipe), will keep you full even longer. Not to mention, chia seeds are a good source of selenium and zinc, minerals that support thyroid function. The dash of cinnamon will simply warm your heart as you enjoy each bite.
Ingredients
Directions
Combine all salad ingredients (except the dressing ingredients) in a large bowl. Stir well.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients (maple syrup, lemon juice, and cinnamon).
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The lemon will keep the fruit from browning.
Chef's Notes
Substitutions
Use any fruits you have on hand! Fruits from your garden, CSA, or local market will work.
Instead of chia seeds, sprinkle flax meal, hemp seed, or crushed pumpkin seeds.
Whole Food Sweetener
Use date paste in place of maple syrup.
Add more nutrition and deliciousness
Add a variety of crushed seeds and/or nuts such as crushed pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, walnuts, or almonds.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
