| Serves 4 / A veritable Rx for raging hormones, this phytoestrogen-rich salad combines several flavors and textures into one delicious whole-meal dish. Use leftover grilled salmon instead of canned, if you like. 2 cups baby spinach leaves
12 baby carrots, cut into toothpick-sized sticks
1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips
40 green grapes, halved
2 pears, sliced
4 tablespoons slivered almonds, lightly toasted
4 tablespoons Gorgonzola cheese crumbles
2 ounces canned smoked salmon, drained
Dressing
2 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1/3 cup honey
1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons flax oil 1. Combine all dressing ingredients and shake until blended. 2. In a large bowl, combine spinach, carrots, red bell pepper, grapes, and pears. Drizzle about half of the dressing over salad and toss. Sprinkle with almonds; top with Gorgonzola and salmon. | Nutrition Facts Per Serving: | | Calories: 269 calories |  | | % fat calories: 33 | | | Fat: 11g | | | Saturated Fat: 2g | | | Cholesterol: 12mg | | | Protein: 8g | | | Carbohydrate: 40g | | | Fiber: 5g | | | Sodium: 171mg | | |
