Cruciferous Salad with Cranberries, Pumpkin seeds and Mustard Dressing

 Serves 6-8

1 small red onion cone #2
½ red cabbage
10 brussels sprouts  cone #4
1 green apple cone #2

½ teaspoon of sea salt
¼ dried cranberries
¼  pumpkin seeds

Fresh lentil sprouts or other

Dressing
4-5 tablespoons raw cider vinegar
2 tablespoons maple syrup
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Freshly ground black pepper

Shred onion, red cabbage and brussels sprouts.

To make the dressing, whisk the vinegar, syrup, oil and mustard together. Season well with black pepper, pour over the shredded vegetables and toss well.

Mix all together and serve

DETOX Benefits: Pumpkin seeds - Pumpkins contain zinc which is a mineral that builds up the intestinal lining, making it harder for parasites to invade your body. Red cabbage has a high level of polyphenols the same complex antioxidants found in red wine, blueberries and green tea linked to the prevention of cardiovascular disease and cancer.

Cabbage is a great cleanser as well thanks to its glucosinolate content which produces anti-inflammatory and cell-detoxifying compounds. Cabbage juice is an age-old remedy for stomach ulcers, and recent research is suggesting a sure link between cabbage and healthy digestion. It is an excellent source of fiber (super important for cleansing), Vitamin C (immunity), and Vitamin A.  Sulforaphane, in Cruciferous veggies is already known to trigger the liver to produce enzymes that detoxify cancer-causing chemicals.