If you have my book, The Beauty Diet, you know that my “skin first” approach to beauty includes a diet rich in fresh, healthy, seasonal foods. But healthy doesn’t have to mean boring or bland; that’s why I like to highlight the season’s most nutrient-dense (and delicious) hero foods, so you can switch things up every few months. Summer is a great time to add figs to your diet. They’re high in fiber, so they quickly flush your system and help detoxify your skin, which means they’re a great choice if you suffer from psoriasis, acne, or other skin conditions. They also add a touch of natural sweetness to dishes and are a healthier alternative to processed sugar. Sell? Check out my delicious fig salad recipe, perfect for a light lunch, picnic or garden party.
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Fig Salad
Figs are good for detoxifying your system, add a touch of natural sweetness, and are a healthier alternative to skin-damaging processed sugars.
2 servings230 calories per serving
100g burrata or buffalo mozzarella
2 fresh figs, quartered
2 large rockets
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
fresh basil, ready to serve
- Cut the burrata or mozzarella into small cubes and add to a bowl with the figs. Add the rocket and mix well to make sure everything is evenly distributed.
- Dressed at the last moment, drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a zigzag pattern, sprinkled over basil leaves and served.
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