There are two varieties - flat leaf Italian Parsley and the curly parsley we all know as 'garnish'. The flat leaf variety is less bitter and more fragrant. If you cannot find flat leaf, curly parsley will also work here. 

I discovered this tasty salad on Vibrant Nutrition. This salad goes well with grilled meats (neutralize that grill smoke!), chicken, pork, clams, and fish as well as Moroccan and Middle Eastern cuisine, when it is often served as a accompaniment to meals for it's cooling effect on hot days. 

Parsley Salad
(serves 4 as a main salad, or 6 as a small accompaniment)

•     2 bunch flat leaf parsley, leaves removed from stems
•     1 red onion, very finely chopped and rinsed in water to mellow flavor
•     Juice of 1 lemon
•     1 small diced tomato 
•     Olive oil, Maldon Salt, to taste

Combine all ingredients and serve! 

Easy peasy!! 






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Emphasize:

1. Leafy greens such as spinach, swiss chard, collard greens, kale, mustard greens, parsley (check out my favorite parsley salad recipe)
2. Beans and legumes such as soy (tofu, tempeh, soy milk, etc), black beans, kidney beans, lima beans, azuki beans, mung beans, navy beans, garbanzo beans, lentils, pinto beans, split peas
3. Nuts and seeds such as pine nuts, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, walnut, almonds, flaxseeds
4. Vegetables oils such as olive oil, flaxseed, sesame oil, etc
5. Fruits such as apples, pears (especially asian pears), papaya, mango, pineapple, orange, grapefruit, lemon, lime
6. Drink 8 - 10 glasses of spring water daily
7. Incorporate in bee pollen (my favorite source is Y.S. Organic Farm), vitamin B-complex, and vitamin C
8. Cardiovascular exercise such as walking, biking, hiking, low impact aerobics, slow jogging, jump rope, stair climbing
9. Wash face first with warm water then followed by cold water
10. Use only natural topical creams and products on your face and skin
11. Get plenty of rest and relaxation, sleeping on your back as much as possible 
12. Be Happy! Your face reflects your inner state and health

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Avoid: 

1. Sun exposure - use a natural sun screen (this is our favorite) and wear hats
2. Rubbing eyes and scratching face
3. Chemical based make up, moisturizer, after shave, cologne, perfume, sunscreen 
4. Self extract black heads and pimples - see a professional for a facial, not only is better for your skin its a well deserved treat for your face
5. Smoking, drinking alcohol, drugs (unless medically prescribed)
6. Lack of rest, relaxation, and sleep