Chlorophyll is a natural ingredient found in plants, which encourages the cells in the human body to absorb more Carbon Dioxide. Cucumbers are a fine example of a food that is rich in chlorophyll, as well as distilled water, and assists the cells in absorbing the gas.

Enjoy a fresh green dish with a very low calorie content, lots of vitamins and a great summer taste.

Shavings of young Cucumbers with Coriander, Mint and Oat flakes ‘Muesli’

Ingredients: (serves 10)

1 red chilli, finely cut
1 walnut-sized piece of fresh ginger, diced finely
8 young cucumbers with the skin, thinly sliced lengthwise
½ bunch of mint leaves
½ bunch of green coriander leaves
50ml olive oil
20ml lime juice
100g oat flakes
20g roasted pine kernels
80ml lemon juice
Sea salt and pepper

Method:

Gently mix gently the chilli, ginger, cucumbers, mint, coriander, olive oil, lemon juice and some salt together and arrange them like a carpaccio.

For the ‘muesli’, mix the oat flakes, pine kernels, lemon juice, salt and pepper and use as a garnish for the cucumber salad.