Avocado Hummus

2 cloves garlic

            1/2 C. Cilantro          

            1/2 C. lightly packed parsley leaves

            1 C. chickpeas, drained & rinsed

            2 avocados, halved and pitted

            3 T. fresh lemon juice

            2 T. olive oil

            1 t. toasted sesame oil

            Salt and lemon pepper to taste

            Olive oil for drizzling

Mince the garlic in a food processor.  Add parsley and cilantro process until minced.  Add chickpeas, avocado, lemon juice, oils and salt; process until smooth            

Power Oatmeal

Power Oatmeal   

   1/2 cup Oatmeal (bob's red mill gluten free instant oats) 

   1 tablespoon wheat germ
   2 tablespoons of flaxseed
   1/2 to 1 cup of berries (blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries)
   Milk or alternative (soy, almond, or coconut)
   a smidge of agave
   a handful of walnuts
*This can be heated in the microwave (about a minute thirty) although cooking it on the stove would be the best option. 

Outside the Box Pizza

I have been experimenting with healthy pizza options.  Take naan, or chapati and heat them for a minute or so in a toaster oven or oven.  Spread hummus (like you would pizza sauce).  Spread sprouts, sliced cucumbers (like pepperoni) & tomatoes and place them on the hummus. Snack option: slice the naan in half and follow above instructions and then lay the other half on top.  Slice it in half again.

Heartier Version:
Same as above except add the following
Diced asparagus
Diced onion
Chicken (if your keen)
Cilantro Chutney

You can add anything that strikes your fancy.  I get most everything I can at the farmer's market @ Lakeline mall. Hummus (Grandma's is the name) along with my veggies, naan and cilantro chutney.  I buy chapati at Costco in the frozen section near the eggs.

Raspberry, Strawberry and Blueberry Salad

Raspberry, Strawberry and Blueberry Salad. In a large bowl add a carton of raspberries, a carton of blueberries, and a carton of cut up strawberries. Add a squeeze of lemon or lime and a drizzle of honey or agave. Gently mix for a delicious salad that makes a great complement to any meal or potluck event.

Cucumber, Tomato & Avocado Salad

Cucumber, Tomato & Avocado Salad. Dice up 1 cucumber, 1 avocado and 1 tomato (or a few grape tomatoes) add a squeeze of lemon and a drizzle of olive oil.  Gently mix it together.  Good with dinner or as a snack and very cooling to the system with our 100 degree days.  Enjoy and welcome back!