immune booster salad

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy healthy and refreshing meals that strengthen our immune system . In this article, we present the first of four delicious power salads, prepared with high-quality ingredients. With our new kitchen tool, the 4-in-1 grater , you can chop the ingredients for your salad perfectly. You can also find out how you can strengthen your immune system through diet and which foods are particularly valuable.

immune-boosting diet

A balanced diet plays a crucial role in maintaining a strong immune system. By providing our body with the right nutrients, we can strengthen our body's defenses. One important substance that helps with this is saponin.

Saponins for a strong immune system

Saponins are natural compounds found in certain foods that have been shown to have positive effects on the immune system. They have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that can protect us from disease. Examples of these include beans, lentils, chickpeas and oats.

A healthy diet has a direct impact on our immune system. An unbalanced diet high in sugar, processed foods and a lack of important nutrients can lead to a weakened immune system. In contrast, certain foods can strengthen our defenses and improve our health.

Foods that strengthen the immune system

• Citrus fruits : Limes are an excellent source of vitamin C, which stimulates the production of white blood cells and thus strengthens the immune system.
• Garlic : Garlic contains sulfur-containing compounds that have antimicrobial properties and may support the immune system.
• Ginger : Ginger contains gingerol, which has anti-inflammatory properties and can boost the immune system.
• Spinach : Spinach is a good source of vitamin C, beta-carotene and antioxidants that may improve immune function.

• Sprouts : Not only delicious, but also extremely healthy. They are rich in vitamins, minerals and enzymes that can strengthen our immune system. You can grow different types of sprouts, such as alfalfa sprouts or broccoli sprouts, to give your salads an extra nutritional boost. You can find out how to grow sprouts yourself in this article.

Our new all-rounder

Our 4-in-1 grater is a practical way to prepare parmesan and other ingredients for your power salad. Four different attachments allow you to grate fruit, vegetables or even parmesan. The high-quality blades made of stainless steel cut your toppings into fine, coarse graters, waves or slices. And the best part? They end up directly in the glass. This not only saves you space, but also a cutting board, knife and storage box when preparing the food.

Recipe: Immune booster salad with limes and sprouts

What you need:

lettuce

• 1-2 oranges
• 1 handful of pomegranate seeds
• 1 handful of nuts
• Alfalfa sprouts
• Parmesan
• 4-in-1 multi-styler

Dressing:

• 2 limes
• 2 teaspoons of honey
• 1 garlic clove, chopped
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt flakes
• 60 ml avocado oil
• Ground black pepper to taste

And this is how it works:

1. Peel the oranges and dice the flesh. Add them to your Oleni 1 liter jar along with the rest of the salad ingredients.
2. Grate the peel of one lime with the fine attachment of the multistyler and squeeze the juice from both limes with the lemon press.
3. Place the lime zest and juice in a glass with the remaining dressing ingredients and mix well.
4. Pour the dressing into your lunch box or pour it directly over the salad and top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.

A power salad with limes and sprouts is not only a delicious summer meal, but also an excellent choice to boost your immune system. By using our multi-tool 4-in-1 grater, you can chop and store your ingredients perfectly. Don't forget that a balanced diet overall has a big impact on strengthening your immune system. Add saponin-rich foods like beans, lentils and oats to your diet and be sure to include other immune-boosting foods like citrus fruits, garlic and ginger. Stay healthy and enjoy the summer with this delicious power salad!