Vitamin & Mineral Rich (Salad)

By makemoresalad.com

Nutritionally salad leaves are not only a healthy, low energy dense choice, but are packed with key vitamins and minerals. Lettuce is a source of vitamin A, folic acid and manganese, and a good source of vitamin K.

Rocket is a source of vitamin C and calcium, and a good source of vitamin K, folic acid and potassium.

Red leaf lettuce is a good source of vitamin A and vitamin K.

Spinach is a source of potassium, calcium and iron, and a good source of vitamin A, vitamin K, vitamin C and manganese.

Watercress is a source of folic acid, chloride, calcium and iron and a good source of vitamin A (as carotenes), vitamin K, vitamin C and manganese.

Many of these are important for a healthy immune system, a healthy heart and circulation, bones and healthy skin. As different leaves offer different nutrients, eating a wide variety of mixed.