Cucumber-Basil Smoothie
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Prep time: 5 minutes
Serves 2
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1 medium-large cucumber, preferably organic
¾ cup plain yogurt
1 bunch basil
Ingredients
1 medium-large cucumber, preferably organic, scrubbed and cut into 1-inch chunks
¾ cup plain yogurt
6 basil leaves, plus extra sprigs for garnish
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 – 4 tablespoons spring or filtered water (determined by size and juiciness of cucumber – start with just a bit)
Few ice cubes (optional)
Directions
1. Place all ingredients in the jar of a high-speed blender and process for about a minute, or until smooth.
2. Pour into two glasses and garnish each with sprig of basil.
Blackberry Arugula Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
This super-simple salad showcases blackberries at their peak, and works well as a light lunch with crusty bread or as a side dish on a hot summer day.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2-3
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8 cups arugula or mixed greens
4 ounces mild sheep or goat feta cheese
1 cup toasted walnuts or pecans (I use Rosemary Walnuts from Janes’s Good Food)
1 pint fresh blackberries
extra-virgin olive oil
Ingredients
Salad
8 cups arugula or mixed greens
4 ounces mild sheep or goat feta cheese, crumbled
1 cup toasted walnuts or pecans
1 pint fresh blackberries
Dressing
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
¼ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Directions
1. Gently toss together greens, feta, nuts, and blackberries.
2. Whisk dressing ingredients together until well-blended; add additional salt and pepper if desired.
3. Drizzle dressing lightly over salad, and serve with extra dressing on the side.
Recipe courtesy of Sue Smith, Certified Health Counselor
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