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Mixed Greens and Fennel with Ginger Dressing
(Ginger is purported to be great for a cold. It is an anti-inflammatory. Use as a compress for in inflamed joints.

From: Spice Heal - More on healing spices here

1 bag of fresh spinach or
mixed salad greens
2 fennel bulbs (cleaned,cut in half lengthwise,
and sliced thinly crosswise)

For the dressing:
2 scallions, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons oriental sesame oil
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped, peeled fresh ginger
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 cup canola oil

Blend first seven dressing ingredients in
food processor. With machine running, gradually add oil and process until well blended. (Can be
prepared 1 day ahead.

Cover and refrigerate.

Let stand 30 minutes at
room temperature before
using.)

Toss fennel and greens

A healthy meal consists of an adequate serving of at least three of the following five food groups for balanced nutrition:

Dairy-string cheese, cheese cubes, low-fat cottage
cheese, low-fat yogurt, low-fat milk, pudding made with low-fat milk, calcium- and vitamin D-fortified orange juice

Fruit-fresh fruit such as orange segments, grapes, strawberries, blueberries, pears, apples, dried fruit, 100 percent juice boxes, canned fruit cups in juice

Vegetables-baby carrots, grape tomatoes, celery sticks, salsa, tomato juice, red bell peppers, broccoli.

Whole grains-whole-grain breads, tortillas, wraps,
Lean protein-beans, nuts, seeds, turkey, chicken, tuna, lean lunch meat, peanut butter, veggie burgers, bean salad, hummus

All excellent food choices for healing