Effective in improving digestion and reducing inflammation in the body, these anti-inflammatory sauces are ideal to accompany salads and raw vegetables.
Rich in antioxidants, “anti-inflammatory” foods help reduce inflammatory reactions within the body. A natural defense mechanism, which can be responsible for the development of certain pathologies such as diabetes or Crohn’s disease. Anti-inflammatory foods also help support the immune system, protect cells and improve digestion by maintaining the balance of intestinal flora to avoid bloating and gas. True allies for preserve your health and improve your digestive comfort.
Oily fish, green tea, dark chocolate, legumes, vegetables, spices and herbs are some of the best-known anti-inflammatory foods. But did you know that it is also possible to make anti-inflammatory sauces, easy to consume with raw vegetables or a salad? These preparations often combine vegetables rich in antioxidants with oilseeds and cider vinegar. Raw vegetables, for their part, are a source of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants but also fiber, which is very interesting for improving digestion. Discover 3 ideas for anti-inflammatory salad dressings to consume with raw vegetables, ideally at the start of a meal.
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Pesto vinaigrette sauce
Composed of fresh basil, olive oil, pine nuts and cider vinegar, this pesto vinaigrette sauce is ideal for garnishing a green salad and raw vegetables. Rich in antioxidants, pine nuts also contain phosphorus, magnesium, zinc, copper and iron. Basil, rich in eugenol, has very interesting anti-inflammatory properties.
To make this recipe, simply crush the fresh basil leaves with the pine nuts, then add the olive oil and cider vinegar. You can replace the basil with other herbs, such as spinach or mint. Don’t hesitate to add a little rosemary, for an even more powerful antioxidant effect.
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Romesco sauce
This cold sauce made from tomatoes, peppers, almonds and garlic is ideal to accompany raw or cooked vegetables but also salads. Rich in vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant, pepper is a very interesting anti-inflammatory food. Garlic also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It also contains allicin, which helps reduce cholesterol levels and maintain good cardiovascular health.
Preparing Romesco sauce takes a little more time than making a simple vinaigrette. You can also use this preparation to make toast or include it in the preparation of wraps or small verrines.
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Honey and lemon vinaigrette sauce
With its citrus notes and its little touch of sweetness, this sauce is perfect for adding pep to a plate of raw vegetables or a green salad. Honey, rich in antioxidants and powerful anti-inflammatory is associated with lemon rich in antioxidant vitamin C. You can, if you wish, replace the lemon with the orange and add additional spices or condiments to your vinaigrette to boost its anti-inflammatory action, such as curry or garlic.
To make this honey and lemon vinaigrette sauce, you will need yellow or green lemons, honey, olive oil and a little cider vinegar. A mixture that goes very well with a green salad, carrots or tomatoes.
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