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Blueberries: Health Benefits
Blueberries are in season, which means it’s a great time to enjoy the benefits of these little berries—not just because of their taste, but for their health benefit as well. Blueberries rank quite high in their capacity to destroy free radicals. And they’re packed with …
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Blueberry Ginger Relish
Blueberry Ginger Relish Makes 4 servings (1/4 cup) 1 cup fresh blueberries, coarsely chopped 1 shallot, chopped 1 serrano chile, seeded and minced 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger 1/4 teaspoon salt Directions Prepare relish about 20 …
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Avocados. . . aren’t they bad for you?
That’s the most common question I’m asked when I bring up the topic ofavocados. Avocados are a fruit—and one of the few having fat. Fortunately for your heart, they contain good monounsaturated fat. Unfortunately for your waist line, they’re also high in calories. Watching your …
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Avocado Salsa/Guacamole Recipe
Avocado Salsa/Guacamole Recipe Serves 13 2 avocados, peeled, pitted, chopped 2 vine-ripened tomatoes, seeded, chopped fine 1 red onion, chopped fine (about 3/4 cup) 1 jalapeno pepper, minced (optional) 6 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 1/2 teaspoon salt Mix all ingredients together. For more of …
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Shrimp & Avocado Salad Recipe
Shrimp & Avocado Salad Recipe Serves 4 1 lb cooked medium sized shrimp, remove tails 1 medium-sized tomato, seeded/chopped 3 scallion, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 large firm avocado, pitted, cute in 1/2-inch cube 1 …









