It’s strawberry picking season and the berries this year have been amazing. So much so that I have already been to the strawberry fields twice! There is nothing like the flavor of a fresh berry that has literally just been picked from the ground. I am by no means a strawberry picking expert. However, I do have a few picking tips that may be helpful to you before you go.
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Sweet Heat Mango Salsa
We could all use a little more color on our plate and this Sweet Heat Mango Salsa can help. The sweetness of the mango compliments the spicy cayenne pepper creating the perfect balance of sweet heat. Serve this salsa with organic tortilla chips for a simple appetizer or afternoon snack. It also pairs great with sweet potatoes, black beans, and brown rice. Oh, and don’t let the heat stop you from making this salsa. All the ingredients can be adjusted to your liking.
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Perfectly Spiced Organic Pinto Beans
Turn dried organic pinto beans into perfectly spiced whole pinto beans or refried beans in under an hour. No soaking required. Best of all you can control the spices, flavor, and sodium content of these beans. Let your creativity in the kitchen flow and try making these Perfectly Spiced Organic Pinto Beans tonight.
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Amazing Vegan Black Bean Burgers
Who doesn’t occasionally love a good burger?!? What if there was a plant-based burger you could make at home that even meat eaters would enjoy? Introducing the most Amazing Vegan Black Bean Burgers I have ever tasted! These plant based burgers are delicious and super versatile. Serve them on a bun, in a rice bowl, as taco filling, and more. Oh, and another added bonus is that they are super filling. Once you make these you will never want to buy store bought veggie burgers again!
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BBQ Black Bean Salad
This BBQ Black Bean Salad is one of my favorite ways to Eat the Rainbow and use up left over black beans from dinner the night before! Plus, it comes with the added bonus of very little prep or cleanup after. It’s the perfect summer salad when all the summer produce is at its peak. These leafy greens and colorful veggies have a cooling effect on the body so it makes the perfect meal on a hot summer day. However, it’s delicious even when the sun isn’t shining!
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Kefir for Improved Digestion
I was recently introduced to Kefir and am a HUGE FAN! Being a vegetarian I stayed mostly in the plant-based lane for milk and yogurt. So when Kefir became popular, I never thought to give it a try. I have to admit I would occasionally bake with Buttermilk or use Real Butter in a recipe. However, those times were few and far between and I hadn’t drank milk in over 20 years.
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