Preparation time: 10 minutes
Serves: 4
   
The almonds in this dressing are an excellent source of vitamin E, while the flaxseeds are very high in fiber and omega-3 fatty acids. During the Middle Ages, flaxseeds were commonly used in cereals and breads. Omega-3 fatty acids are increasingly being recognized as important to human health. They are a form of polyunsaturated fats, and are one of four basic types of fat that the body derives from food. They have been shown to play a part in keeping cholesterol levels low, stabilizing irregular heart beat, and reducing blood pressure.

This recipe is very fast to prepare and easy to make with a handheld blender. Within a few minutes, a delicious and healthy salad plate can be served for family of four.
   

Sauce Ingredients:

• 4 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar (or 2 Tablespoons apple cider vinegar + 2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar)
• 3-5 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 6 Tablespoons water
• 20 almonds
• 3-4 teaspoons ground flaxseed
• 2 teaspoons sea salt
• 2 Tablespoons agave nectar, sugar, maple syrup, or other sweetener
• Crushed black pepper, basil and thyme to taste
    Almond, olive oil, vinegar, flaxseeds and other spices

Salad Ingredients:

• 1 head Romaine lettuce, washed and shredded
• 1 cup cauliflower (blanched in boiling water for 2 minutes)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup sliced cucumber
  

Preparation:

Place all dressing ingredients except herbs in a blender and blend until smooth. Add herbs and mix well. Place all of the salad ingredients in a in a big bowl. Pour the dressing mixture over the salad and stir well.

Variations and Comments

• In USA and Canada, there is a little handheld blender called Magic Bullet which does a excellent job of blending seeds very fast and easy, especially flaxseeds. A coffee grinder or very dry blender can also be used to grind the flaxseeds.
• Flaxseeds can be ground and mixed with soy milk as an good choice for a healthy life style.
• 1 Tablespoon flaxseed, freshly and finely ground and 3 Tablespoons water can be used as an egg replacer in many recipes.