Beets

Beets are a great source of fiber and vitamins since they are a vegetable, but they are also sweet and earthy which makes them very versatile. They’re great in soups, salads, roasted veggie medleys, and more. You can also use their juice to add color to lots of other dishes.

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Rhubarb

Rhubarb is something of an underrated fruit, but it’s especially good in pastries, crumbles, and cobblers. It’s got a very unique flavor which isn’t for everyone, so it also does well cooked and mixed in with other fruits to add its special something without being overwhelming.

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Berries

Berries such as raspberries and strawberries will turn a smoothie or a sauce pink when blended with lighter ingredients. Adding blueberries or blackberries will give you an even lovelier deep pink or purple as well.

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Cucumber

Cucumbers are packed with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants—but you should leave the skin on to reap all these benefits. Just remember to wash their waxy layer well.

Zucchini

Zucchini contains more than 90% water and most of its nutrients are packed in their skin. The same goes for eggplant, so you should really consider eating them as they are.

Potatoes

Potato skin is much more nutritious than the interior of the potato. It’s packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber—and that’s why you shouldn’t peel your potatoes off before cooking them and thoroughly wash them instead.

Raw Beets

Just like potatoes, raw beets can be eaten with their skin on, as long as you give them a good scrub before adding them to your salads and other dishes.

Tomatoes

You’re probably eating fresh tomatoes with their skin on already, but you don’t even have to peel them off when you’re cooking them because they’ll be much more nutritious this way.

The post 5 Vegetables You Can Eat Without Peeling appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Ingredients

• 3 beets of any color
• 1 package of arugula
• 3 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 cup of olive oil plus 2 tablespoons
• 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard
• Goat cheese or feta cheese
• Walnuts or any other type of nut

Instructions

1. Begin by rinsing and peeling the beets. If you can, you probably want to use gloves while handling the beets because they can definitely stain your hands.
2. Then, cut the beets up into quarters, and depending on how big they are, into quarters again. If they’re relatively small, leave them as they are.
3. Spread the beets on a baking sheet and drizzle over about 2 tablespoons of
   olive oil as well as salt and black pepper.
4. Roast for 20 minutes at 425 F or until they’re fork-tender.
5. Meanwhile, in a bowl, mix the arugula, cheese, and nuts. Toss in the beets when they’re done
6. Add the balsamic, olive oil, dijon, and a pinch of salt and pepper to a bowl and mix.
7. Pour over the salad, toss, and enjoy!

The post You Can’t Get Better Than This Arugula Beet Salad appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Leafy Greens

Leafy greens are one of the best sources of calcium and iron, two important nutrients to keep your body strong. To make sure you eat enough of these greens, make sure you put in things like chard, kale, and spinach. Since they are all neutral flavors, you can put them in any type of smoothie without altering the taste.

Beets

Beets are not only a gorgeous color, but they are full of manganese and potassium. Since they are naturally sweet, pair them in a smoothie with a tart green apple and whatever other fruits you like to add.

Celery

Although this is not something you would ever think to put in a smoothie, if you make a smoothie that is on the sweeter side, like with strawberries or mango, you really will not be able to taste it at all.

The post These Smoothie Recipes Will Help You Get In Your Daily Amount Of Vegetables appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Grapefruit

This might not be everyone’s favorite fruit, but it’s very useful and high in antioxidants. Grapefruits are one of the best foods for the liver.

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Beetroot

This vegetable is another amazing source of antioxidants. Simply put it to use by including it in salads or smoothies.

Green Tea

Actually, most types of tea will do the job. The green one has so many benefits that it’s hard to count them on both hands. Studies show that tea can significantly improve the enzyme function in the liver, while also reducing the oxidative stress.

Apples

Apples help the body eliminate the toxins much faster. By doing that, they make it much easier for the liver.

Broccoli

Broccoli and all the other cruciferous vegetables are always on the best foods for the liver list. They have the ability to protect this organ from damage by increasing the enzyme levels for detoxification.

The post 5 Foods that are Great for Your Liver appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Salmon

Just like all types of fish, salmon is great for your health. It is also an amazing brain-boosting food, rich in omega-3 oil. The perfect food for improved memory, better focus, and great concentration.

Beets

These root vegetables are extremely nutritious and do wonders for your brain power. Beets are very versatile and you can easily include them in your cooking. Salads will become much more delicious thanks to these roots. They can improve the blood circulation, including the flow to the brain. You will notice that you feel more energetic and you think much clearer.

Avocado

Your favorite fruit also increases the power of your brain. Now you can eat your avo toast in peace, while also getting some major health benefits. Avocados are rich in monosaturated fats that regulate the blood sugar. It is also packed in ingredients such as Vitamin C, Vitamin B, folate and more.

The post Boost Your Brain Power With These Foods appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Beets

Beets are a great source of fiber and vitamins since they are a vegetable, but they are also sweet and earthy which makes them very versatile. They’re great in soups, salads, roasted veggie medleys, and more. You can also use their juice to add color to lots of other dishes.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by LanaPretty (@lana_pretty_pink)

Rhubarb

Rhubarb is something of an underrated fruit, but it’s especially good in pastries, crumbles, and cobblers. It’s got a very unique flavor which isn’t for everyone, so it also does well cooked and mixed in with other fruits to add its special something without being overwhelming.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by The Sussex Guide (@thesussexguide)

Berries

Berries such as raspberries and strawberries will turn a smoothie or a sauce pink when blended with lighter ingredients. Adding blueberries or blackberries will give you an even lovelier deep pink or purple as well.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Rishacooks (@rishacooks)

The post The Best Pink Foods For a Colorful Day appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Cucumber

Cucumbers are packed with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants—but you should leave the skin on to reap all these benefits. Just remember to wash their waxy layer well.

Zucchini

Zucchini contains more than 90% water and most of its nutrients are packed in their skin. The same goes for eggplant, so you should really consider eating them as they are.

Potatoes

Potato skin is much more nutritious than the interior of the potato. It’s packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber—and that’s why you shouldn’t peel your potatoes off before cooking them and thoroughly wash them instead.

Raw Beets

Just like potatoes, raw beets can be eaten with their skin on, as long as you give them a good scrub before adding them to your salads and other dishes.

Tomatoes

You’re probably eating fresh tomatoes with their skin on already, but you don’t even have to peel them off when you’re cooking them because they’ll be much more nutritious this way.

The post 5 Vegetables You Can Eat Without Peeling appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Ingredients

• 3 beets of any color
• 1 package of arugula
• 3 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 cup of olive oil plus 2 tablespoons
• 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard
• Goat cheese or feta cheese
• Walnuts or any other type of nut

Instructions

1. Begin by rinsing and peeling the beets. If you can, you probably want to use gloves while handling the beets because they can definitely stain your hands.
2. Then, cut the beets up into quarters, and depending on how big they are, into quarters again. If they’re relatively small, leave them as they are.
3. Spread the beets on a baking sheet and drizzle over about 2 tablespoons of
   olive oil as well as salt and black pepper.
4. Roast for 20 minutes at 425 F or until they’re fork-tender.
5. Meanwhile, in a bowl, mix the arugula, cheese, and nuts. Toss in the beets when they’re done
6. Add the balsamic, olive oil, dijon, and a pinch of salt and pepper to a bowl and mix.
7. Pour over the salad, toss, and enjoy!

The post You Can’t Get Better Than This Arugula Beet Salad appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Leafy Greens

Leafy greens are one of the best sources of calcium and iron, two important nutrients to keep your body strong. To make sure you eat enough of these greens, make sure you put in things like chard, kale, and spinach. Since they are all neutral flavors, you can put them in any type of smoothie without altering the taste.

Beets

Beets are not only a gorgeous color, but they are full of manganese and potassium. Since they are naturally sweet, pair them in a smoothie with a tart green apple and whatever other fruits you like to add.

Celery

Although this is not something you would ever think to put in a smoothie, if you make a smoothie that is on the sweeter side, like with strawberries or mango, you really will not be able to taste it at all.

The post These Smoothie Recipes Will Help You Get In Your Daily Amount Of Vegetables appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Grapefruit

This might not be everyone’s favorite fruit, but it’s very useful and high in antioxidants. Grapefruits are one of the best foods for the liver.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BkdRFreDkAZ/

Beetroot

This vegetable is another amazing source of antioxidants. Simply put it to use by including it in salads or smoothies.

Green Tea

Actually, most types of tea will do the job. The green one has so many benefits that it’s hard to count them on both hands. Studies show that tea can significantly improve the enzyme function in the liver, while also reducing the oxidative stress.

Apples

Apples help the body eliminate the toxins much faster. By doing that, they make it much easier for the liver.

Broccoli

Broccoli and all the other cruciferous vegetables are always on the best foods for the liver list. They have the ability to protect this organ from damage by increasing the enzyme levels for detoxification.

The post 5 Foods that are Great for Your Liver appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.

Salmon

Just like all types of fish, salmon is great for your health. It is also an amazing brain-boosting food, rich in omega-3 oil. The perfect food for improved memory, better focus, and great concentration.

Beets

These root vegetables are extremely nutritious and do wonders for your brain power. Beets are very versatile and you can easily include them in your cooking. Salads will become much more delicious thanks to these roots. They can improve the blood circulation, including the flow to the brain. You will notice that you feel more energetic and you think much clearer.

Avocado

Your favorite fruit also increases the power of your brain. Now you can eat your avo toast in peace, while also getting some major health benefits. Avocados are rich in monosaturated fats that regulate the blood sugar. It is also packed in ingredients such as Vitamin C, Vitamin B, folate and more.

The post Boost Your Brain Power With These Foods appeared first on thedancingcucumber.com.