“Salsa Salad”

A little sunshine, maybe a warming trend in your neck of the woods makes us switch to more leafy greens in our diet with some tasty protein to top them off. That’s what we’re talking about as spring keeps moving forward and our taste buds look for lighter meals that just keep us moving toward our outdoor activities ahead.

Ingredients: (serves 4-6)
• 2 lbs. fresh, organic beef steak of choice
• 3 large, organic onions, sliced fajita style
• 3 medium, organic peppers—red, orange, & yellow, sliced fajita style
• 1/2 tsp. celery seed
• 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp. paprika
• 1/2 tsp. chili powder

Using a non-stick ceramic skillet, heat pan to medium with1 Tbsp organic avocado oil; add sliced onions: when medium temperature has been reached; cook onions until nearly browned, volume will be quite reduced at this time

Add sliced bell peppers and continue cooking until onions are nicely browned and peppers are only slightly cooked and but still retain their full color

Remove onions & peppers from skillet and set in covered dish to keep warm

Add 1 Tbsp. avocado oil; add beef and sauté it in same skillet until completely cooked through

Add onions & peppers to cooked beef AND add all the seasonings listed above and toss all ingredients until completely mixed well; may need to add some purified water to retain saucy consistency & loosen any cooked pieces from skillet

Serve the beef mixture over a bed of chopped greens of your choice for an authentic salsa salad that will create some exceptional fond memories of delectable taste!

Remember, take some time to experiment with other favorite seasonings or vegetables…improvisation is your individual expression and worthy of a try. Also, think about topping your salsa salad with some grated cheese, avocado slices, minced onions or tomato chunks for your very own creation!

YOUR HEALTH PLATE COACH – Rita