Serves: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless organic chicken breasts
- 4 medium cooked beets, sliced or cubed
- 4 cups baby arugula
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ½ cup cooked quinoa (optional for fiber and micronutrient boost)
- ¼ cup toasted pumpkin seeds
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: crumbled goat cheese for added calcium and flavor
Instructions:
- Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Season chicken lightly with salt and pepper. Grill for 5–6 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest and slice.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, sea salt, and black pepper for the dressing.
- In a large serving bowl, layer arugula, beets, avocado, cooked quinoa (if using), pumpkin seeds, and sliced grilled chicken.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and gently toss.
- Top with optional goat cheese if desired.
Serve immediately. Leftovers store well for up to 2 days.
Why It’s Hormone-Supportive:
This nutrient-dense, hormone-optimized salad supports testosterone, estrogen metabolism, adrenal function, thyroid health, and cognitive resilience.
Grilled chicken (protein, B vitamins, selenium): Supports sex hormone synthesis, adrenal resilience, and thyroid function.
Beets & arugula (nitrates, betaine, glucosinolates): Boost nitric oxide production, enhancing blood flow and vascular health (important for erectile function, ovarian perfusion, and brain health). Support methylation and estrogen detox.
Pumpkin seeds (zinc, magnesium): Key cofactors for testosterone, progesterone, and adrenal hormone production.
Avocado & olive oil (monounsaturated fats): Provide healthy fats essential for steroid hormone synthesis, insulin sensitivity, and inflammation modulation.
Quinoa (fiber, B vitamins): Supports metabolic and thyroid health while stabilizing blood sugar.
Goat cheese (calcium, protein): Optional addition to support bone health and neurotransmitter balance.
This recipe delivers a simple, everyday way to support hormone balance for both men and women across many stages of life.