Recent Favorite Recipes

Z. and I have been making Pineapple-Coconut Smoothies for a few months now. We love the cold, fruity flavor at the end of the day, waiting for the cool ocean air to make its way to the valley and chill the air. Just keep in mind, the following recipe makes enough for 2 people.

Variation: Add 1/2 cup yogurt to the blender.Yum!

Pineapple-Coconut Smoothie

by Ace Nation

Keywords: blender pineapple coconut milk

Ingredients (serves 2)

• 1 tray of ice cubes, about 2 cups
• 1 cup pineapple juice, or 1 can Trader Joe's pineapple juice
• 1 cup light coconut milk

Instructions

Place all ingredients in a blender.

Process until smooth.

Serve immediately.

Enjoy!

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A second recipe Z. and I have enjoyed recently is Marinated Cauliflower Salad with Chickpeas, which was inspired by our Pasta Salad. One of my favorites parts of this salad is the transformation of some of the vegetables, like cauliflower. With a little time marinating, the cauliflower becomes more tender.

Variation: Turn this side dish into a meal by combining 1 cup of salad with some bean thread noodles. Healthy and delicious!

 Enjoy!

Marinated Cauliflower Salad with Chickpeas

by Ace Nation

Keywords: raw gluten-free vegan beans/lentils cauliflower

Ingredients

• 1/2 head cauliflower, chopped into bite-size pieces
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 1/4 red onion, diced
• 1 15 ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1/3 bunch cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• Kosher salt, to taste
• Red pepper flakes, to taste

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Allow to marinate int he refrigerator for at least one hour.

Enjoy!

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