Avocado

Mexican Burger

11 comments September 6, 2010

I know what you might be thinking,“really Erica, a burger again”? But trust me, this is good! Here is the little burger I made myself for lunch about two months ago using the delicious flavors of Mexico: a beef patty topped with tomato, guacamole, refried beans, queso fresco, and red onions. It was absolutely fantastic [...]

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Avocado Gazpacho

17 comments August 20, 2010

I love traditional tomato gazpacho and I have a special love for aguacates or avocados, hence this recipe. I can just eat avocados as a snack with a sprinkle of salt on top, and I always have them in my house. I was trying to make something different with them and that is how this [...]

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Grilled Swordfish with Avocado Salsa

28 comments June 17, 2010

I made this dish last week after I found myself overcome with a craving for swordfish and aguacate (avocado). The delicate fish meat was perfect with the avocado salsa, and the tiny diced jalapeño gave the it all just the right amount of heat. This is a light and nutritious dish and excellent served either [...]

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Mixed Bean Salad with Avocado, Shrimp and Tomato

20 comments June 2, 2010

Today I want to share with you another yummy salad that I made myself for lunch this week. It was fresh, quick and delicious! For a vegetarian version just omit the shrimp. Layers of flavors from fresh ingredients makes this salad a spring standout. Buen provecho!

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Pasta Salad with Shrimp, Avocado and Asparagus

22 comments May 12, 2010

I made another yummy salad for lunch two weeks ago while my sister was visiting. This pasta salad is simple, filling, and very tasty! We absolutely loved it. Enjoy!

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Arepa con Carne Desmechada (Arepa with Shredded Meat)

38 comments April 21, 2010

If you are a regular reader you know that my little sister is visiting from Colombia and we are having a lot of fun together. We laugh, talk and eat all day! It is great having a little sister around, don’t you think? I love my brother and sister very much and I wish I [...]

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Fresh Green Salad with Lime-Lemon dressing

25 comments April 14, 2010

This green salad is simple and quick to prepare. Save the recipe for the hot  summer days ahead when you don’t want to touch the stove You’ll thank me for it later! The recipe here is only a guideline. I am sure you don’t  need a recipe. The key is to use fresh ingredients. Enjoy!

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