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(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Looking for the perfect dish to cool you down from the sweltering heat of summer days – especially on the 4th of July? Well, I have just the right meal for you – tailored for the season, light and easy and oh-so refreshing to help beat the heat. From watermelon to cucumber – warm weather entertaining is a breeze when you take advantage of the best seasonal fruits and vegetables to not only pack your meal with nutrition but also enjoy the best flavors summer has to offer.
Steak Tacos with Cucumber Avocado Salsa: Mild avocadoes, cool cumbers, tomatoes, and spicy peppers tossed in lime juice flawlessly balance the fiery steak.
– Whether in the great outdoors or on a grill pan inside, you will enjoy grilling this lean (sirloin) meat.
– This amazing salsa pairs perfectly with the tacos, taking advantage of the abundance of seasonal fresh produce and the jalapeño adds a zing.
Watermelon and Feta Salsa: Nothing says summer quite like watermelon, and you will enjoy this fun twist on a delectable sweet and salty salsa.
– Naturally sweet and so juicy, watermelon is an excellent source of antioxidants, Vitamin C and lycopene.
– Make your own chips that are actually good for you, by baking high fiber, whole-wheat pitas cut into triangles.
Burger Cake: By popular demand I had to include this “Wow” dessert, impressing all summer guests.
– Made with fresh fruit, yellow box cake, and boxed brownie mix– this show-stopping treat is as delicious as it is easy to make.
Summer Limeade: Everyone will enjoy cooling off with this light and refreshing blended fruit drink.
– Easy to make child-friendly or for an adult version – just add your favorite rum or vodka.
– Bursting with flavor, fresh strawberries are rich in immune-boosting vitamin C.
– Colorful, healthy and a great way to use that leftover melon.
What’s Going On:
Look for this month’s featured article in Huffington Post/AOL Healthy Living: “Easing Side Effects of Cancer Treatment with Diet.”
Watch Holly’s cooking segments –watch me make some of my favorite summer recipes!
6/28: Gulf Coast Favorites cookbook, Groupon pick up and signing at Calandro’s Supermarket on Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge 4-6pm
7/5: Holistic Living radio show at 12 noon EST
7/5: Diavabetics radio show at 6:00pm EST
Check out my newest cookbook, Too Hot in the Kitchen: Secrets to Sizzle at Any Age.
Sign up for Louisiana Seafood Celebration. Holly is the healthy Louisiana Chef!
Check out my new Facebook Fan Page and “Like” it – for all of my up-to-date news, favorite products, and tips.
– Visit http://thehealthycookingblog.com/for fun food trends.
– Visit http://www.twilatv.org/ Holly’s cooking segment on This Week in Louisiana Agriculture.
– DOWNLOAD Holly’s phone app: Holly Clegg’s Mobile Rush Hour Recipes (shopping list and recipes): on iphone or ipad, Blackberry, Android-visit your apps store orhttp://www.handango.com
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