Healthy salad recipe: Beetroot and spinach salad

This salad perfect for those suffering from diabetes as the beetroot in it has a low glycemic index and it won't cause any spike in the blood sugar levels.

By: Dr Neha Sanwalka | | Updated: March 25, 2015 6:48 pm

Give your regular salad routine a miss, and jazz it up with this fibre-rich salad. It can be perfect for those suffering from diabetes as beetroot has a low glycemic index and won’t cause any spike in blood sugar levels. The sesame seeds added to this salad are rich in Omega-6 fatty acids, which play a key role in lowering the levels of bad cholesterol and increasing the levels of good cholesterol in your body. These 5 tasty salad recipes can also keep you in good health. Also Read - Beetroot poriyal with pear and roasted cumin: Boost your immunity with this vitamin C rich recipe

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Serves 3-4 people Also Read - Explained: How plant-based diet reduces your risk of type 2 diabetes

Ingredients:

2-3 boiled beetroot
10- 15 spinach (blanched and chopped)
1 tbsp til or sesame seeds
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp lemon juice
Pepper to taste
Salt to taste

Method:

Cut boiled beetroot in cubes.
Now roast sesame seeds to light brown colour.
Combine the spinach and beetroot and add 1 tsp lemon juice. Also, add sugar.
Toss all the ingredients together and serve fresh.

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Published : March 23, 2015 7:01 pm | Updated:March 25, 2015 6:48 pm

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