Baby leaf salads & Fit: the right energy for sportspeople

The light, crispy and rich in nutrients baby leaf salads by OP Isola Verde are ideal for people practicing physical activity and looking for freshness, taste and well-being in every meal.

These small green leafy vegetables are naturally rich in water, minerals and antioxidants: a valuable combination promoting hydration, combating oxidative stress and supporting athletic performance.

Perfect for a healthy and balanced diet, baby leaf salads offer a light but complete meal that supports energy, recovery and well-being.

Baby leaf salads are not only light and tasty: they are a true ally for people practicing sports and want to feel fit every day.

Thanks to the high water and fibre content, they promote hydration and a feeling of fullness, helping to control appetite.

In addition, green leafy vegetables are naturally rich in vitamins C and K and minerals such as magnesium and potassium, which are essential for:

• Maintaining electrolyte balance
• Preventing muscle cramps
• Supporting muscle contraction during training

Several studies show that nutrients such as vitamins, antioxidants and minerals, abundant in baby leaf salads also contribute to post-workout recovery, helping to reduce inflammation and muscle fatigue.

When paired with lean protein sources, such as grilled chicken breast or hard-boiled eggs, and good fats, such as avocado or nuts, these small vegetables become the perfect side dish for a balanced, performance-enhancing meal.

Now let’s look at a quick, tasty and healthy recipe for the diet of sportspeople.

Are you looking for a light, nutritious meal perfect for your post-workout?

Try this Fit Salad: tasty and easy to prepare, ideal for replenishing essential nutrients after training.

• Baby leaf salad at your choice (100 g)
  Such as baby lettuce, rocket, lamb’s lettuce or baby spinach.

• Cooked quinoa (70 g)
  It contains complex carbohydrates with a low glycaemic index and plant proteins, ideal for restoring muscle glycogen reserves and supporting recovery.

• Avocado (½ fruit, approx. 70 g)
  Source of monounsaturated fats that contribute to cardiovascular health and proper functioning of the nervous system.

• Sweet cherry tomatoes (80 g)
  Rich in lycopene and vitamin C, they help combat inflammation caused by physical stress.

• Toasted almonds (15 g)
  An excellent source of magnesium and vitamin E, nutrients that promote muscle function and combat fatigue.

• Extra virgin olive oil (1 spoon, approx. 10 ml)
  To complete with good fats and phenolic compounds with anti-inflammatory action.

OP Isola Verde baby leaf salads are carefully harvested to guarantee maximum freshness and crispness.

With OP Isola Verde, you can bring the best of nature to your table: fresh, authentic salads, grown with respect for the environment and thought out for people who want quality, well-being and a healthy, balanced diet every day.

Perfect for your everyday meals and ideal for people practicing sports.