Today I simply want to proclaim the virtue of the mango! I hope you already enjoy this delightful fruit but in case you don’t or haven’t eaten one lately, I encourage you to try it again. I think we get in a habit of using the same fruits in our diet---day in and day out---the dependable apples, bananas and grapes. We often don’t go to the trouble to incorporate the more exotic and perhaps less common mango. I just love its sweetness and that hint of pine that reminds me of Christmas! I will share with you my favorite way to enjoy mangos below, but I want you to remember the marvelous mango when you are blending up your breakfast smoothie or looking for a fruit topping for your ice cream. Also keep it in mind when you are creating a wonderful fruit salad or a summer salsa. You will NOT be disappointed!
Ingredients: Salad for Four
½ of a head of iceberg lettuce, washed and torn into bite size pieces
1 head of romaine lettuce, washed and chopped
2 large handfuls of baby spinach, washed and stems removed
½ cup shredded carrots
1 cup diced yellow bell pepper
2 mangos, peeled and cut into bite size pieces
2 cups grilled chicken, cut into bite size pieces
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
Splash of extra virgin olive oil
Black pepper
Instructions:
*Combine all ingredients in a large bowl except for oil vinegar and pepper.
*In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, oil and pepper and pour over salad.
OPTIONAL:
Use chunky bleu cheese salad dressing or dressing of your choice.
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