Note: This recipe is especially for pregnant and breastfeeding women, but it can be a nutritious part of almost anyone's diet. Pregnant and breastfeeding women need to consume extra calories and eat a variety of nutritious foods to contribute to their baby's growth and development.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- 4 c. baby spinach, rinsed and drained
- 3 clementines, peeled and sectioned
- 3/4 c. slivered almonds
- 1/4 c. fat-free raspberry vinaigrette
Directions:
- In a large salad bowl, combine spinach, clementines, and almonds.
- Toss with salad dressing just before serving.
Serves: 4
Serving size: 1 cup
Nutritional analysis (per serving):
169 calories
6 g protein
10 g fat
1 g sat. fat
16 g carbohydrate
4 g fiber
0 mg cholesterol
42 mg sodium
89 mg calcium
2 mg iron
77 mcg folic acid
Nutritional analysis may vary depending on ingredient brands used.
Why this recipe is good for pregnant or breastfeeding women:
This salad is packed with healthy nutrients for you and your unborn baby. It contains fiber, calcium, iron, and folic acid.
Variations and suggestions:
You can experiment with other citrus fruits.
Reviewed by: Steven Dowshen, MD
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