Tomatoes are a popular and versatile food and perfect healthy addition to so many recipes. Tomatoes are widely known for their many health-promoting benefits, especially for containing a phytonutrient known as lycopene. Lycopene is notably a premier antioxidant and health-supportive nutrient. The many health benefits of lycopene come from its high antioxidant protection. Other health-promoting benefits of tomatoes include heart and bone health and even potentially reduce the risk of cancer, especially known for its focus on prostate prevention.
Tomatoes provide much nutrient-rich content because they are loaded with vitamins and minerals such as vitamins A (in the form of beta-carotene), C, E, B6, K, biotin, folate, magnesium, niacin, potassium, phosphorus, and flavonoids.
Avocados are also a nutrient-dense food providing over 20 essential nutrients, including an excellent source of fiber, potassium, folate, B-vitamins and vitamin E. Half of an avocado is only approximately 80 calories but it is loaded with so many vitamins and minerals which make it a real superfood, without the calories!
It includes a monounsaturated fat, meaning a good fat. The fat from the avocado also helps your body to absorb other fat-soluble nutrients such as vitamin A, D, K and E, from the other foods you eat.
The fiber-rich health benefits of avocados have been known to help with reducing health conditions such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity and even weight loss.
This salad is so easy to make and lets you enjoy the wonderful sweet taste of fresh tomatoes paired with the creamy texture of avocados. The flavor happening in this salad is something to share with family and friends. It is a super quick recipe that provides you with a great alternative to a green salad. Perfect as a side dish or main meal anytime.
Tomatoes are a perfect food choice when the harvest is plentiful!