Fresh salsa is a great way to add that extra little something special to a meal. It can be served with chips, tacos, burritos or even used in wrap sandwiches or served with eggs, meat or rice. The cucumber mango salsa is light and refreshing – perfect for a warm weather treat. I am a […]
Snacks
Mango Salsa with Avocado
Mango Salsa with Avocado Ingredients: 1 Mango 2 Cloves Garlic 1 Mexican Green Onion (or 2-3 standard green onions) Cilantro 2 Melissa’s Key Limes Optional – Dried or fresh chiles 4 Ripe Avocados and Tortilla Chips Instructions: Chop mango, onion, garlic and cilantro. Toss together with the juice from the key limes. Chill for 1/2 hour […]
Roasted Pink Pumpkin Seeds
Tis the season for winter squash – Kabocha, Acorn, Delicata, Butternut and more! I love winter squash. They look pretty, taste great and are full of nutrition. Sometimes I shop with a particular variety in mind. Other times I just choose what I think is prettiest. Whatever variety I’m cooking, the seeds get saved for […]
Fried Queso Fresco with Salsa
Fried Queso Freso with Salsa Ingredients Queso Fresco (aka Queso Blanco) Oil * Salsa * Instructions Heat small amount of oil in pan Add sliced queso fresco to hot oil Remove from pan when browned to your liking Top with salsa *I used grape seed oil and store bought mango salsa. Feel free to substitue […]
Fried Plantains Recipe
This is a quick and easy snack or side dish. I like them with a little salt. You can also pour maple syrup on them for a sweet treat. Fried Plantains Ingredients: Plantain Coconut Oil Salt Instructions: 1) Heat coconut oil to medium hot on stove 2) Slice plantain about 1/4″ thick 3) Add to […]