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Fresh Pineapple Salsa (GF, DF, Whole30)

Fresh pineapple salsa is the perfect accompaniment to grilled poultry or seafood, as well as a delicious addition to burritos, quesadillas, etc. And it’s especially delicious as a topping over Grilled Pineapple Chicken.

This tropical-tasting salsa can be made and kept in the fridge for 3-4 days, or frozen for up to one month. If you don’t like tomatoes, or for an even sweeter salsa, you can substitute diced fresh mango or papaya for the tomatoes.

Cheater’s Version! In my Grilled Pineapple Chicken recipe, I share a little time-saving secret to making Fresh Pineapple Salsa that’s great when you’re short on time. If you don’t have time to make pico de gallo, you can find it at most markets and replace it for the homemade pico de gallo called for in this recipe.

Of course, if you create a weekly meal plan, you can always plan to make a double batch of Pico de Gallo and use it for making homemade guacamole one night, and this tasty, fresh pineapple salsa for another’s night’s dinner. That’s just one of the many time-saving benefits of meal planning!

Fresh Pineapple Salsa (GF, DF, Whole30)

Yield: 4 cups

Fresh Pineapple Salsa (GF, DF, Whole30)

This delicious tropical salsa is simply my Ultimate Pico de Gallo with some fresh diced pineapple tossed in. It's truly a sweet-n-savory addition to your favorite grilled poultry and seafood!

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups diced plum tomatoes (about 5-6)
1/2 cup fine-diced red onion
1/4 cup fresh chopped cilantro
1 small jalapeño, finely minced
1 clove garlic, finely minced
Juice of 1 lime
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 tsp fresh grated organic lime zest
1 1/2 cups diced fresh pineapple

Instructions

Combine all of the pico de gallo ingredients in a bowl, mixing well. Then, fold in the diced pineapple.
Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate up to one week.
Great accompaniment to grilled chicken or fish, as well as a delicious addition to burritos, quesadillas, etc.

Notes

Mango-Pineapple Salsa: To create an incredibly flavorful Mango-Pineapple Salsa, simply reduce the 1 1/2 cups of diced fresh pineapple to just 1/2 cup. Then add 1 cup of diced fresh mango. Follow the directions above for combining the ingredients. Mango-Pineapple Salsa is perfect for adding a sweet and spicy Caribbean flare to your favorite grilled meats and seafood. Enjoy!

https://thenourishinghome.com/2012/04/fresh-pineapple-salsa-gf/

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Our Favorite Healthy Salad Dressings (GF)

By Kelly · 15 Comments

Even “healthy” bottled salad dressings are often filled with unwanted and unhealthy ingredients like soybean oil, sugar, “natural” flavors and fillers. So why not do your taste buds (and body and bank account) a favor by chucking those expensive bottled salad dressings, and making your own healthy homemade ones instead. It’s so easy, and so delicious!

Here are two of our favorite vinaigrette dressings and if you’re looking for a terrific ranch dressing, may I recommend Cavan’s famous “Healthy Valley Ranch Dressing” – it’s not only great on salads, but also makes a delicious dip for raw veggies!

Mmm!! Time to go make a salad!!

Raspberry Vinaigrette
3 tbsp filtered water
1/4 cup raw apple cider vinegar
1 tsp sea salt
1 tbsp raw honey (omit for Whole30)
1/2 tsp basil
1/2 heaping cup of fresh (or frozen) organic red raspberries
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Add all ingredients, except the olive oil to your blender and blend on low until smooth (about 30 seconds). Remove cover (or lid plug) and slowly add in the olive oil, while blending on low, until combined. Serve immediately, or refrigerate up to one week.
Balsamic Italian Vinaigrette
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
3 tbsp filtered water
1/2 tsp raw honey (omit for Whole30)
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
1 clove minced garlic
1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/8 tsp basil
1/8 tsp thyme
1/8 tsp oregano
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Add all ingredients, except the olive oil to your blender and blend on low until smooth (about 30 seconds). Remove cover (or lid plug) and slowly add in the olive oil, while blending on low, until combined. Serve immediately, or refrigerate up to one week.

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Healthy Valley Ranch Dressing (GF)

By Kelly · 25 Comments

This recipe came about because my oldest son and I wanted to create a healthier version of the most popular commercial ranch dressing – sans “hidden” msg!

In fact, one of the best ways to help your kids better embrace healthy eating is to encourage them to join you in finding healthier versions of their former favorite processed or packaged foods. For more tips on cooking with kids, check out “Kids in the Kitchen.”

Time-Saving Tip: My friend Brooke shared a great idea to save time when making this recipe. She makes up little pre-measured packets of this ranch dressing recipe, so she can quickly grab a “seasoning packet” and add it to the mayo and kefir for faster turn-around time! What a stellar idea! I love saving time in the kitchen!

Healthy Valley Ranch Dressing (GF, DF Option)

Yield: 3/4 cup of dressing

Healthy Valley Ranch Dressing (GF, DF Option)

Ingredients

1/2 cup plain kefir or homemade yogurt (for Whole30, or if DF, use almond milk or *coconut milk)
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 tsp, plus 1/8 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/8 tsp dried parsley
1/8 tsp fresh-ground black pepper
1 pinch dried dill weed
1 pinch dried thyme
1 pinch of red pepper flakes (if you like it a little spicy)
*Optional: 1/2 tsp arrowroot powder to thicken

Instructions

Place all ingredients into a small bowl and whisk together until well blended.
Place in small mason jar and refrigerate for at least 4-6 hours (or even better, overnight) to allow flavors to meld together.
*Note if using coconut milk or coconut milk yogurt in place of whole milk yogurt, the dressing will have a slight coconut flavor. The longer the dressing sits, the less noticeable the coconut flavor will be once the dressing ingredients have a chance to meld. If you prefer no coconut flavor, be sure to use almond milk.
Keep refrigerated; use within seven days. (It's so yummy, that won't be hard to do!)

Notes

*Arrowroot powder is an herb used to thicken foods. It is a healthier option (more easily digested) than cornstarch. However, if you're following the Specific Carbohydrate Diet, you may wish to omit this ingredient since it's merely used as a thickening agent.

https://thenourishinghome.com/2012/04/healthy-valley-ranch-dressing-gf/

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