A long time runner, in the football off-season and started for fun after football in the 80's.-became a vegan after a Dairy free experiment- Now I think about running, hiking, gardening and food and try to write about this way of living. Removal of dairy from diet in 2003 was successful for pain reduction and elimination of inflammation. -followed with complete removal of animal products in diet Now keeping track of thoughts , feelings and challenges.
A long time runner, in the football off-season and started for fun after football in the 80's.-became a vegan after a Dairy free experiment- Now I think about running, hiking, gardening and food and try to write about this way of living. Removal of dairy from diet in 2003 was successful for pain reduction and elimination of inflammation. -followed with complete removal of animal products in diet Now keeping track of thoughts , feelings and challenges.
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Black Bean- Avocado Salad- Great Summer Fuel
This salad uses great goodies from the market and a few from produce section at the local market.
AVOCADO-BEAN SALAD
2 avocados (diced)
1 large red onion ( diced
1 bunch of green onions[6-8] ( chopped fine)
1 bulb garlic, 6-7 cloves (smashed/chopped)
1 bunch cilantro (chopped fine)
1/4 up chives (chopped)
1 green bell pepper (diced
1 red bell pepper ( diced)
1 yellow pepper (diced)
1 finely chopped jalapeno pepper (more /less to taste)
Juice from 2 limes
3 Tbs Extra Virgina Olive oil
1 can Black beans (no salt/ drained)
Combine all ingredients. Store in Fridge for 2 hours.
Serve alone or put over a plate of your favorite greens. Can also be used as a salsa.
This is an amazing and refreshing combination.