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Pico de Gallo

Nothing is better to spice up your cleanse diet than this Pico de Gallo

INGREDIENTS

  • 5 Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced finely
  • (or 2-1/2 to 3 cups grape tomatoes)
  • 1/2 large red onion, diced finely
  • 1/2 jalapeno, seeded and chopped finely (use 1/2 green bell pepper if you don’t want it as spicy)
  • 1/2 bunch of cilantro, chopped finely (if small, use the entire bunch)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 lime, juiced
  • Pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS

Toss the diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, garlic, and lime juice together, and add pepper to taste. Store in the fridge.

Serve with fresh veggies.

Detox Herb Salad

Make your cleanse diet more interesting with this Detox Herb Salad

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 head of broccoli, chopped
  • 1/2 head cauliflower, chopped
  • 1 large carrot, shredded
  • 1 pear, chopped
  • 1/4 cup minced red onion
  • 1/2 bunch cilantro, minced
  • 1/2 bunch dill, minced
  • 1/2 bunch mint leaves, minced

DRESSING

  • 2 lemons, juiced
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper

DIRECTIONS

Add lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and black pepper to a container with a lid. Shake vigorously until well blended.

Taste and adjust seasonings to your preference. Allow dressing to sit for at least 15 minutes before tossing with your salad.

Chop broccoli and cauliflower into small pieces for easier digestion. Try pulsing them in a food processor or use a sharp knife to chop into bite-sized pieces.

Combine in a large salad bowl along with shredded carrot, chopped pear, red onion, cilantro, dill, and mint. Add enough dressing to coat the salad but not drown it.

Mix thoroughly. And enjoy!!!

Marinated Vegetables

Simple and tasty addition to your cleanse diet is this Marinated Vegetables dish

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 2 cups fresh cauliflower florets
  • 1 medium cucumber, halved and thinly sliced
  • 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped red onion

DRESSING

Olive oil, lemon, dried herbs to taste

DIRECTIONS

In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, cauliflower, cucumber, mushrooms, tomatoes, and onion.

Add dressing and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.

Cucumber Salad with Fresh Dill and Red Onion

Enjoy your cleanse with this Cucumber Salad with Fresh Dill and Red Onion

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 medium cucumbers
  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1 small red onion, diced
  • 1–2 Tbsp. fresh dill, chopped

DIRECTIONS

Peel cucumbers, cut in half lengthwise, and slice halves.

In a large bowl, add white wine vinegar, cucumbers, red onion, and dill. Stir to combine.

Cover and place in refrigerator until chilled.

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