Source: liverfoundation.org

Presentation

First course based on spelt, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, lemon, dill.

Ingredients

for 4 people

250 g cooked farro / 8.8 oz

125 g diced cucumber / 4.4 oz

125 g cherry tomatoes, halved / 4.4 oz

60 g diced red onion / 2.1 oz

2 tbsp lemon juice / 1.0 oz

1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped / 0.2 oz

Salt-free dressing to taste

Method

Cook the iron according to the instructions on the package.

Allow the spelt to cool slightly

Combine the cooked iron, cucumber, tomatoes and onion in a bowl.

Mix lemon juice, dill, and black pepper in a small bowl and pour over the iron salad.

Allergens

Dill: can cause contact allergy and cross-reaction for allergy to Artemisia pollen

Cucumber: cases of individual intolerance described

Spelt: cereals containing gluten covered by EU Regulation 1169/2011

Lemon: Lemon intolerance or possible cross-reaction in case of grass pollen allergy

Onion: possible reactivity in case of nickel allergy due to the vegetable’s ability to concentrate it

Tomatoes: possible cross-reaction in case of sensitivity to grasses

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Dill: able to increase diuresis

Cucumber: Favorable to kidney function and stone prevention; also favorable to liver function. Especially if consumed with the peel, it provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Onion: it is rich in selenium which supports the immune system and with the ability to stabilize blood glucose at normal values; it provides quercetin, a flavonoid that helps contain cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood, parameters related to cardiovascular risk, which also supports liver function by promoting the purification of the body. Also indicated for nephropathic patients, it is a good diuretic that prevents kidney stones. Especially if consumed with the peel, it provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Spelt: due to the presence of fiber, it is particularly suitable in case of constipation. It helps regulate blood glucose levels and results in better insulin sensitivity. Especially if consumed with the peel, it provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract the depressed. It stimulates the synthesis of serotonin which counteracts depression and promotes good mood

Lemon: Rich in substances with antioxidant action: vitamin C, beta-carotene, cryptoxanthin, lutein and zeaxanthin, which promote the regeneration of liver cells, the functionality of the immune system and which act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients and useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. A species that provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Tomato: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system, and provides mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Especially if consumed with the peel, it provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Safety / Intended use

Product also intended for subjects with:

• Anorexia -Weight Loss
• Nausea Vomiting
• Constipation

Not to be administered in case of:

• Diarrhea