Special Salad Recipe from Doga

 Health Benefits of Carrot:

Carrots are perhaps best known for their rich supply of the antioxidant nutrient that was actually named for them: beta-carotene. However, these delicious root vegetables are the source not only of beta-carotene, but also of a wide variety of antioxidants and other health-supporting nutrients. The areas of antioxidant benefits, cardiovascular benefits, and anti-cancer benefits are the best-researched areas of health research with respect to dietary intake of carrots. 

Health Benefits of Pear:

 Pears as a good source of vitamin C and copper. Both of these nutrients can be thought of as antioxidant nutrients that help protect cells in the body from oxygen-related damage due to free radicals. Vitamin C functions as an antioxidant in all water-soluble areas of the body, and in addition to its antioxidant activity, is critical for good immune function. Vitamin C stimulates white cells to fight infection, directly kills many bacteria and viruses, and regenerates Vitamin E (an antioxidant that protects fat-soluble areas of the body) after it has been inactivated by disarming free radicals. Copper helps protect the body from free radical damage as a necessary component of superoxide dismutase (SOD), a copper-dependent enzyme that eliminates superoxide radicals.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pound large carrots, trimmed and peeled (about 8 carrots)
• 2 firm pears (recommended: D'Anjou)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

Using a vegetable peeler cut the carrots lengthwise into thin ribbons or slices. Quarter, core, and stem the pears. Using a knife, slice into very thin strips. Place the carrot and pear slices in a large bowl with the chopped parsley.

Dressing:

Combine the white wine, curry powder, salt, and pepper and blend to combine. And then add the olive oil. Pour the dressing over the carrots and pears. Toss to combine and serve immediately.