Whole grains such as spelt and other high-fibre foods such as kale, beets, and apples help promote a healthy gut and ease digestion. This fibre-packed salad has a bright, slightly sweet flavour with a hint of apple and a tangy lemon juice dressing. Choose a crisp, sweet-tart apple such as Pink Lady for best results, and don’t skip massaging the kale, which helps it to soften up. Kale holds up well, even once dressed, so any leftovers (assuming there are any) will last until the next day in the refrigerator.
Time saver
Batch-cook your spelt and beets in advance and have them ready in the fridge so you can put the salad together easily and quickly. To roast beets, trim and scrub them, sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper, and prick with a fork. Wrap them in parchment paper and roast in 375 F (190 C) oven for about 50 minutes.
