There are so many ways to incorporate cannabis into your daily diet.
With a bit of imagination and an appetite for healthy salads, you’ll be on your way to making some delicious cannabis-infused salad recipes in no time!
So, are you ready for the challenge?
The end of summer for many gardeners means an overflowing abundance of late-season veggies!
We’re talking sun-ripe tomatoes, peppers, onions, garlic, and fresh herbs, perfect for non-lettuce salads.
We’ll look at five different infused salad recipes and discuss the many options for including your favorite cannabinoids and the often-forgotten yet highly beneficial hemp seed products.
I mention cannabinoids, not just THC or CBD, because I’m trying to help others think outside the mainstream box.
With well over 100 cannabinoids contained in the cannabis plant, researchers and consumers are learning how beneficial these lesser cannabinoids are.
To meet the demands of this new educated generation of cannabis connoisseurs, retailers have started making them available to us.
The whole family can enjoy the benefits of these non-THC oils. Check out CBG, CBN, or even THCA.
Hemp seed products are often overlooked and not thought of as cannabis. Let’s not forget that hemp is only a trade name used to define cannabis with a very low THC level.
The government chose the arbitrary number of .3% delta 9-THC or less to fall into the category of hemp. If a plant tests over the .3% limit, it’s called marijuana or cannabis.
Regardless of the THC levels of the plant, the products made from the seeds of the plants don’t contain any measurable cannabinoids.
The health benefits of hemp seeds and hemp seed oil are just one more reason to praise this amazing plant. Again, the whole family will benefit.
You can measure most of the ingredients in these recipes “with love” rather than with a measuring cup.
Add other vegetables you may have or prefer, and of course, leave out the ones you don’t care about.
If you’re feeding the whole family, choose non-THC options, and you can all get the health benefits and flavor without the psychoactive effects.
Replace any amount of the salad oil in these recipes with cannabis oil, CBD oil, hemp seed oil or a combination.
You can slightly warm a little salad oil of your choice and mix in RSO or another concentrate to help incorporate it evenly into your recipe.
What are some other ideas you have for incorporating cannabis and hemp? We’d love to hear your ideas in the comments.
By definition, oils are 100% fat. Fats have gotten a bad report over the years, but healthy fats are essential to good health.
Our brains are comprised of up to 70 % fat! Getting called a “fat head” isn’t such an insult, after all!
The key is to choose “good” fats and limit your intake.
“Monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats are known as the “good fats” because they are good for your heart, your cholesterol, and your overall health.”
They also help you feel “full” and satisfied and may help you not overeat.
Cannabis-Infused Salad Recipe Collection
Cut and prepare the vegetables. Combine in a mixing bowl.
Gather fresh herbs if available. Wash and prepare. You may prefer an Italian seasoning blend if you’re using dried herbs.
Start with a ½ teaspoon and season to your liking.
Mix your chosen oil and vinegar with a whisk. A handheld immersion blender or mini blender may be used.
Toss the salad with the oil mixture. For the best flavor, refrigerate overnight and stir periodically to mix.
To serve, remove from the refrigerator and let the oil warm to room temperature. Stir to mix.
The longer this salad sits, the more the flavor will develop. Cut fresh tomatoes and add to the oil mixture as needed during the week.
If you use cherry tomatoes, cut them in half so that the dressing coats them.
(most canned beans are between 14-15 ounces)
Optional add-ins:
Whisk together the sugar, vinegar, spices, and oil in a large bowl. Allow the sugar to dissolve.
Add all of the rinsed and drained beans, onion, bell pepper, and celery.
Combine the dressing with the bean mixture. Toss gently to coat. Refrigerate overnight, and stir periodically.
Fill glass canning jar(s) with bean salad. Double the dressing portion and pour over the salad to fill the jar.
This is great for storage; you won’t need to stir periodically to coat the salad.
Whisk together the vinegar, oil, and sweetener if using. If adding dried spices, mix in now.
Combine rice, peppers, onions, garlic, and beans. Mix well.
Combine the dressing with the rice mixture. Stir to coat. Gently fold in sliced cherry tomatoes. Serve at room temperature or cold.
In a hurry? This salad comes together in a pinch by using a packet of Italian dressing mix. Sprinkle into your oil and vinegar to taste.
I’ve used the Aldi dressing mix with leftover rice.
You can use any rice, but brown rice’s nutty flavor and chewiness are perfect. Brown rice is certainly healthier too. Warm or cold rice works great.
This salad is best eaten fresh. There really isn’t a “recipe” to measure out. Gather your ingredients and prepare this beautiful, healthy salad in minutes!
Arrange layered sliced tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil on your plate or small bowl if using cherry tomatoes.
Combine your choice of salad oil with the desired amount of cannabis oil, CBD oil, hemp seed oil
Drizzle the tomato salad with the oil mixture and then the balsamic vinegar glaze. Serve immediately.
Combine chickpeas, peppers, cucumber, and onion in a mixing bowl and toss.
Whisk together balsamic vinegar, spices, and your choice of oils. Drizzle over chickpea mixture and stir well. Sprinkle hemp seeds on top.
Refrigerate and serve!
Double the dressing, add 1 drained and flaked can of albacore tuna, and you’ll have a mega protein-packed lunch! Might as well top with some cherry tomatoes while you’re at it! Enjoy!
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