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Sweet & Spicy Mango Salsa

Made this as an appetizer for a group gathering of friends and it went over very well! This recipe is super easy to make and has just the perfect blend of spice and sweetness. An amazing flavor combination, and an ideal appetizer dish for entertaining. One of the clever attributes to this dish is the size of all the spices (such as red onion, peppers, etc) in comparison to the chunky mango pieces.

Ingredients

• 1 mango, pitted and diced
• 1 large yellow bell pepper
• 1/2 red bell pepper
• 1/2 red onion (chopped)
• 1/2 cup cilantro
• 1 green jalapeno (or 1/2 depending on spice preference)
• 2 tbs lime juice
• 1/2 tsp paprika

Equipment
A food processor is not required, but will be helpful with chopping ingredients into small pieces.

Directions
1. Once you have all your ingredients rinsed, chop up the bell peppers first. Use the food processor to get the pieces to the right size. Place the chopped red and yellow bell peppers into a mixing bowl.
2. Then use the food processor to finely chop the jalapeno pepper. Add this to the mixing bowl.
3. Chop up the red onion and cilantro into small pieces (use the food processor to help). Add this to the mixing bowl.
4. Use a wooden spoon to gently mix the ingredients together.
5. Use a knife to cut down your mango and then chop it into little chunks. Add all the chunks to your mixing bowl.
6. Gently mix in the mango chunks. Add the 2 tbs of lime juice and 1/2 tsp of paprika to the bowl and continue mixing.
7. This salsa is so amazing you can eat it right then and there, or let it sit in the fridge for a couple of hours so the ingredients can further absorb the flavors.
8. Serve and enjoy!

Mean Green Machine Smoothie

Mean Green Machine Smoothie

This smoothie is full of antioxidant rich foods like greens, berries, kiwi, and flax, making it a powerful and flavorful way to start the day. Kids love the unusual color.

Makes 4 servings

10 oz of frozen mixed berries (or fresh organic berries)
2 green kale leaves, washed and chopped
1 and 1/2 cups apple juice or filtered water
1 mango, peeled and cubed
1 kiwi peeled and cubed
1 tablespoon ground flaxseed

Place all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth and creamy. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

This recipe was provided by Tiffany Washko a mom trying to live a more natural family life, for health and for the planet. In addition to her website (click her name), you should also visit Nature Moms Blog.