The Powerful Health Benefits of Onions Full article
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Slice the Onion: Slice your red onion as thinly as possible. If you find the raw flavor too sharp, place the slices in a bowl of ice water for 5 minutes, then drain and pat dry. This removes the intense “burn” while keeping all the health benefits intact!
- Marinate: Place the sliced onions in a mixing bowl. Pour the fresh lemon juice (or apple cider vinegar) over them and add a pinch of salt. Use your hands to gently massage the onions for 30 seconds. Let them sit for 15 minutes—you will watch them turn a beautiful, vibrant pink color!
- Toss the Salad: Add the chopped fresh parsley, extra virgin olive oil, and sumac to the bowl.
- Mix & Serve: Toss everything together thoroughly until the onions are well coated. This salad makes a perfect side dish for grilled meats, fish, or tucked inside wraps and sandwiches to boost your circulation and heart health daily! ❤️🌱
☕ Recipe 2: The “Flu-Buster” Traditional Onion & Ginger Immune Tea
Feeling a scratchy throat, a stubborn cough, or a cold coming on? This traditional soothing tea harnesses the natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties of onions to clear your airways and get you back on your feet.
- Prep time: 5 minutes
- Cook time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 1 large mug
🛒 Ingredients:
- 1/2 of a medium Onion (yellow or red, chopped into chunks) 🧅
- 1-inch knob of Fresh Ginger, sliced thin (for a metabolism and immune spike) 🫚
- 1 stick of Cinnamon (adds a wonderful flavor and helps regulate blood sugar) 🤎
- 1.5 cups Filtered Water 💧
- 1 tbsp Raw Honey (to sweeten and coat a sore throat) 🍯
- A squeeze of fresh lemon juice 🍋
