Healthy Recipes & Appetizing Ideas

INGREDIENTS

1 package (4 ounces) mixed baby salad greens
1 cup fresh dates, chopped
1 tablespoon oats
1 cup toasted walnuts, coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
6 pieces Wasa Multi Grain Crispbread

DIRECTIONS

Coat dates by rolling in oats to prevent sticking together. Set aside.

Place mixed greens in a salad bowl. Add walnuts, dates, canola oil, red wine vinegar, salt and pepper.

Toss greens and serve as salad with crumbled Wasa Crispbread pieces or spoon onto individual whole crispbreads.

Prep time: 15 minutes

NUTRITION FACTS

The walnuts in this recipe provide one of the best sources of ALA omega-3, a heart healthy fat that may also help reduce the risk of many chronic diseases. This dish also provides an excellent source of fiber; magnesium for a healthy heart, bones and nervous system; and phosphorous, which encourages bone health.

TIPS

1. To reduce fat and calories, reduce the amount of oil used to 2 tablespoons.
2. Try substituting the dates with raisins or dried cranberries.

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