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Mango Salsa

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    The other day I was looking at the photos in my computer and, I found this one that my son took a few years ago of an appetizer I made when he and his wife passed through in their way back from their honeymoon. This was something very simple but they loved it. Soon they will be celebrating their anniversary and I wanted to surprise them with the recipe.                                 Ingredients: 1 large avocado peeled and diced 1 large mango, peeled and diced 2 Roma tomatoes  skin removed and diced 1/4 cup yellow onion peeled, small diced The juice and the zest of 1 lime Salt and pepper to taste   1 loaf of fresh French or Italian crusty bread Extra virgin olive oil In a medium glass or ceramic bowl add all the ingredients and gently mix well. Slice the bread diagonally in 1/2 inch thick slices. Brush the bread lightly with olive oil. Transfer to a baking sheet...

Pineapple,mango and avocado salad

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    Before summer and the pineapple season ends I want to share with you this simple and refreshing salad recipe. This salad is a delightful combination of fruits and vegetables, drizzled with white balsamic vinaigrette.                                                             dessertsandgoodfood.blogspot.com Vinaigrette: 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste Add the vinegar, salt, pepper and 2 tablespoons olive oil into the blender. Blend on high and when the mixture begins to come together add the remaining olive oil a little at a time until the sauce is thick and creamy. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.  For the salad: Romaine lettuce 1 cup pineapple, small chunks 2 large Roma tomato, medium dice  1...