Lentil + Beet Salad
Supports butyrate production, key for gut-brain signaling.
Vibrant plate, vibrant mindset.
Earthy lentils feed your gut microbes with fiber + prebiotics, while beets boost nitric oxide to improve blood flow to the brain. Tossed with citrus + walnuts, this salad supports both mood + mental clarity.
Lentil + Beet Salad
1 cup cooked lentils (green or French work best)
2 medium beets, roasted or steamed, peeled + sliced
2 cups arugula or mixed greens
1/2 cup walnuts, lightly toasted
1 orange, segmented
Optional: 2 tbsp feta cheese
Citrus Dressing
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 1 orange
1 tsp Dijon mustard
Sea salt + black ground pepper, to taste
Optional: 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
Benefits
Lentils → prebiotic fiber, supports microbiome balance
Beets → nitric oxide, enhances brain blood flow
Walnuts → plant-based omega-3s, anti-inflammatory
Citrus → vitamin C, mood support + nutrient absorption

