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Mango Avocado Kale Salad with Mango Tamarind Dressing

This recipe reminds me of summer and mangos are still available .. in case you can’t find them, substitute any seasonal fruit like an apple or pear… it will be delicious!

  • 1 to 2 mangoes, cut into ½ inch squares
  • 1 avocado, cut into ½ inch squares
  • 2 cups fresh kale, cleaned and chopped (I used a mix of chopped cruciferous vegetables)
  • 1/3 cup slivered onions

Transfer all the ingredients to a serving bowl.

Dressing

  • 1/3 cup mango juice
  • 2 teaspoons tamarind concentrate
  • Juice of one lime
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil

Add the mango juice, tamarind, lime juice, cumin, cayenne, honey, salt and oil to a air tight container with the lid on. Shake really well and taste for seasonings. Pour over the veggies, toss well and serve.

Arugula and Fresh Corn Salad with Lemon and Cilantro Dressing

One of my favorite salads to make in the summer months…

  • 3 cups baby arugula
  • 3 corn cobs, with the kernels scraped off the cobs

Place the arugula and corn kernels to a serving bowl.

Dressing

  • 2 medium lemons, washed, trimmed, cut in half and seeds taken out
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • ¼ cup water

Place all the ingredients to a powerful blender. Blend till a smooth dressing is formed. Take out and dress the arugula and corn. Toss and serve.