Name: Star Salad: Mixed Beets and Avocados
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 to 7 medium-sized mixed beets; 1 avocado, diced; 1/2 medium-sized fennel bulb, thinly sliced; 1/4 medium-sized red onion, thinly sliced; 10 to 15 fresh mint leaves, finely shredded; 1/8 cup fresh lime juice; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; Mixed greens

Actress Bridget Moynahan is fueled both by stardom and foods that keep her in top form. "I love beets," Moynahan says. She can get her fix with this dish from Axe, her healthy eatery of choice. Pick up organic fixings at a farmers' market and enjoy!

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