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

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