Chipotle & Roasted Brussel Sprout Winter Salad Recipe

Written by Lauren Arent (Lo Clark)

Owner of Bewitched Esthetics & Licensed Esthetician since 2013

December 16th, 2022

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Hello my darlings,

Winter is here which means that our diets often move away from fresh and light dishes to warm and heavy meals. I looove soup with a passion but other than this warm food option, I often have a hard time with this seasonal transfer because heavier foods don’t always sit well with me. Who else can relate?

I am not a steak and potatoes gal. Don’t get me wrong, I love steak and I can put away some potatoes but I can only do that about once a week. After a night with a heavy or rich meal, the next day my stomach will be begging me for something fresh. In the winter I’ve started turning to warmer salads, where maybe you roast a few of the ingredients but as a whole, I am still getting those fresh foods I crave.

Warmth in the Cold Months

In this salad you’ll find the warmth from chipotle peppers in the dressing, spicy jalapenos, and from roasted brussel sprouts (roasting actually makes them easier to digest as fresh brussel sprouts can often irritate your stomach) and roasted corn. The freshness comes from cilantro, red onion, avocado, and lime.

Did I mention, it’s packed with fiber and vegan protein, so this can be a hearty meal in its own way.

Food Magick

This cozy salad contains excellent food magick, your skin will flourish after this meal that’s packed with vitamins A, C and E as well as an abundance of antioxidants and healthy fatty acids. As you prepare your meal, I believe it is important to understand as you add each ingredient the reason you are consuming the food. A magic spell or potion is all about intention. We add the ingredients with purpose, and a recipe is no different!k

Brussel Sprouts

A cruciferous vegetable that is NOT loved by all. My husband outright refuses to try the smallest bite of this salad because he hates brussel sprouts. I gained an acquired taste for them as I got older, can’t say I was all that fond of them in my childhood. However these green, leafy orbs are full of necessary vitamins and nutrients. Brussel Sprouts contain loads of fiber obviously but did you know they are also a hearty source of Vitamin A and C as well as copper. Vitamin A is necessary for: Vitamin C and copper are crucial for the production of collagen, which is what keeps your skin looking plump and firm and something we slowly stop producing as we age. Vitamin A stimulates collagen production as well as improves the skin’s elasticity by removing elastin fibers that have been damaged.

Avocado

This marvelous fruit is filled with health benefits. Avocados contain healthy fats and nutrients good for the skin and body such as Omega-3 fatty acids and Vitamin E. Omega-3 fatty acids are incredibly beneficial for the heart and the mind. This component can also aid the skin in hydration, easing acne and reducing the signs of aging. Vitamin E is excellent for wound healing as well as scarring. I frequently recommend Vitamin E to clients with acne scars or conditions like eczema and psoriasis. The anti-inflammatory properties of avocado make it an incredible choice for all skin types!

Sunflower Seeds

A vital superfood for the skin, sunflower seeds are another nutrient rich source for healthy skin. Containing the minerals copper, magnesium, potassium, iron, zinc, manganese, phosphorus, calcium, and selenium as well as vitamin A, B, E, folate AND both linoleic and oleic fatty acids, you can see why a tiny sunflower seed is such a wonderful addition to this skin healthy salad. Hydrate, heal, reduce acne & aging simply by sprinkling a generous handful over your salad (they also add excellent texture to the salad!).

Chipotle

This particular style of pepper contains potassium which is another excellent choice for wound healing. It also has anti-inflammatory properties, excellent for skin conditions as well as reducing the signs of aging, so I didn’t just choose it for its flavor pallet.

Everything with Intention

My goal in outlining these few ingredients is to have you look differently at your food. I love the concept of living a life full of intention. You frequently hear the phrase, “You are what you eat.” If that’s the case, I hope you are choosing food full of life and beauty, rich in health and flavor. When you make a meal, know what it is you are consuming and the intention of consumption.

Many people pray over their food, and I’m here to tell you it doesn’t have to be a religious ceremony. Let your body know what you are putting into it and why.

It changes the entire ritual of eating. We take food far too much for granted, myself included. For a process so vital to our survival and well being, most of us don’t put much thought into the magick of food.

Here is the recipe for this hearty and cozy winter salad, may it bring you glowing skin and bring health to your physical self. Enjoy!

Wishing you a life full of beauty and blessings!