Boost Your Fertility with Our 5 Fertility Nutritionist-Recommended Summer Salad Dressings

Summer is the perfect time to nourish your body with fresh and vibrant flavours, especially when those flavours come packed with fertility-boosting nutrients. Whether you’re looking to enhance your fertility naturally or simply want to enjoy delicious, healthful dressings, these five practitioner-recommended recipes are just what you need. Each dressing is not only a treat for your taste buds but also rich in ingredients that can support reproductive health.

1. Raspberry Vinaigrette by Jen Walpole

Raspberry vinaigrette is a delightful way to add a burst of summer freshness to your salads. This dressing is not just delicious but also packed with antioxidants from the raspberries, which are great for overall health, including fertility.

Ingredients:

• 185g raspberries
• ½ cup extra virgin olive oil (118ml)
• 2.5 tbsp red wine vinegar (37ml)
• 1 tsp maple syrup
• ½ tsp Dijon mustard
• Pinch of sea salt

Method: Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. Transfer to an airtight container or jar and keep refrigerated until ready to use. Enjoy!

Other Notes: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to five days. One serving equals two tablespoons. This dressing pairs beautifully with any salad.

2. Hemp Seed Caesar Dressing by Jen Walpole

This twist on the classic Caesar dressing offers a nutritious alternative, packed with omega-3 fatty acids from hemp seeds, which are known to support hormonal balance and reproductive health.

Ingredients:

• 3 tbsp lemon juice (45ml)
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (30ml)
• ½ cup hemp seeds (80g)
• 2 garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
• ¼ cup water
• Sea salt and pepper to taste

Method: Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Enjoy!Other Notes: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to five days. One serving equals approximately one tablespoon. If you don’t have hemp seeds, soaked cashews are a great alternative. This dressing is delicious with a classic chicken Caesar salad and works equally well with fish or tofu.

3. Tahini Dressing by Milena Mastroianni

This creamy tahini dressing is as versatile as it is nutritious. It offers a rich source of calcium and healthy fats, which are crucial for reproductive health. Plus, it’s super easy to customise based on your taste preferences.

Ingredients:

• Juice of 1 lime
• ⅓ cup Tahini
• ½ cup Water
• 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 tsp Ginger (peeled and grated)
• 2 tbsp Tamari
• 2 tbsp Maple Syrup

Method: Combine all ingredients in a jar, close the lid tightly, and shake vigorously until well combined. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Other Notes: Use warm water for easier mixing. This dressing is great to make ahead and store in the fridge. Tahini can be swapped for smooth peanut butter, and tamari can be replaced with miso and more water. Limes can also be swapped for one large lemon.

4. Grapefruit and Lime Dressing by Isobel Austin-Little

This vibrant grapefruit and lime dressing brings a zesty and refreshing twist to your salads. The grapefruit provides a boost of lycopene, which is particularly beneficial for male fertility, while the olive oil and basil support overall reproductive health.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of olive oil
• ½ grapefruit, squeezed
• 2 tsp pomegranate molasses
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste
• A few leaves of basil, finely chopped

Method: Add all ingredients to a glass jar, shake it up, and enjoy!

Other Notes: This dressing is a great option for meal prepping. Make a big batch at the start of the week and store it in the fridge. The combination of flavours will delight your taste buds and nourish your body.

5. Salsa Verde by Alison Hall

Alison Hall’s salsa verde is a versatile dressing that not only adds a pop of flavour to your meals but also supports gut health, which is key to overall fertility. This dressing is packed with herbs and healthy fats that are essential for reproductive health.

Ingredients:

• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 big handfuls of fresh flat-leaf parsley
• 1 handful of fresh basil
• 1 handful of fresh mint
• 2 tbsp capers
• 1 small handful of gherkins
• 6 anchovy fillets
• 8 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Method: Marinate the shallot in vinegar for 30 minutes (ideally in a glass bowl). Mince garlic and chop the herbs (removing the stalks), gherkins, capers, shallot, and anchovies finely. Use a pestle and mortar for a smoother consistency. Mix all the ingredients together and add pepper to taste. Store in an airtight jar for up to a week.

Other Notes: This salsa verde is fantastic on chicken, fish, steamed vegetables, or as a flavorful addition to a potato salad.

Each of these practitioner-recommended dressings not only elevates the taste of your summer salads but also plays a supportive role in a fertility-friendly diet.

Packed with nutrient-dense ingredients, these dressings are designed to nourish your body and therefore, enhance your reproductive health. Whichever recipe tickles your taste buds, you’re taking a delicious step toward boosting your fertility.

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