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Strawberry and Peach Fruit Salsa

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This Strawberry and Peach Fruit Salsa is the perfect celebration of summer! This salsa is bright and fruity with a savory element making it perfect for topping grilled seafood or eating on it’s own with chips. Made even better if you have basil and mint growing in your own garden to use.

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  1. Wash your hands and clean your preparation area. Rinse all fresh produce under cool running water before slicing.
  2. In a medium bowl combine the chopped strawberries, peaches, and shallots.
  3. Add the brown sugar, balsamic vinegar and pepper to the fruit. Stir to combine well.
  4. Add basil and mint, toss gently to combine.
  5. Serve with chips, on toasted baguettes, or to top grilled chicken or salmon*.
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*Note: nutritional information is for the fruit salsa only.

Strawberry and Peach Fruit Salsa Nutrition Facts Serving size 1/2 cup (217g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 100 % Daily Value Total Fat 0.5 g 1 % Saturated Fat 0 g 0 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 5 mg 0 % Total Carbohydrate 23 g 8 % Dietary Fiber 4 g 14 % Total Sugars 17 g Added Sugars 3 g 6 % Protein 2 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 47 mg 4 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 387 mg 8 %

Chicken Garden Spring Rolls

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Wrap in a balanced lunch by adding fruit in unexpected ways! For a balanced diet children need 1-2 cups of fruit a day and adults 1 ½-2 cups per day.


Chicken Garden Spring Rolls
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Chicken Garden Spring Rolls
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Poppy Seed Dressing
Spring Rolls
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Poppy Seed Dressing
  1. Wash hands and clean the preparation area.
  2. Combine all ingredients for dressing in a bowl and mix until smooth.
  3. Refrigerate until ready to serve spring rolls.
Spring Rolls
  1. Rinse produce under cool running water, and pat to dry.
  2. Prepare all produce and chicken as directed. Set aside.
  3. Fill a pie pan/dish with warm water. Place spring roll wrapper in water or 30 seconds or until softened. Remove wrapper from water and let water drip off. Place on clean surface.
  4. Layer 2-3 strawberry slices, 2-3 mandarin orange wedges, purple cabbage, Persian cucumbers, 2-3 slices chicken breast and green leaf lettuce down onto softened wrapper.
  5. To roll, fold the edge nearest to you over the filling, then fold sides towards center and roll until closed.
  6. Be mindful of overstuffing your roll, rice paper can break if overfilled.
  7. Repeat until you have 8 prepared spring rolls.
  8. Cover spring rolls with a wet paper towel to keep moist until ready to serve.
  9. Serve spring rolls with dressing on the side as a dip.
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Grilled Fruit Kabobs

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Grilling weather doesn’t have to be set on BBQ. Add a water-filled fruit to the grill to add a new “flare” to your plate this summer.


Grilled Fruit Kabobs
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your countertops. Rinse produce under cool running water before slicing.
  2. Using Path to the Plate fire and heat safety guidelines, prepare the grill.
  3. Using a medium saucepan, simmer water and honey until combined. Infuse honey water by simmering with mint leaves for 1 minute. Remove mint leaves. Pour the liquid in a jar, and let infused honey water cool in the refrigerator.
  4. Prepare sliced and diced fruit on 6 wooden or metal skewers. Grill for 30-60 seconds on each side.
  5. Leaving fruit on skewers, use a basting brush to glaze over fruit. Sprinkle kosher salt and mint leaves over grilled fruit skewers.
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Fruit Tacos

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Let’s twist-up this Taco Tuesday with some Fruit Tacos!  An impressive taco to build, this recipe can be an appetizer, a snack, or a refreshing dessert.

 

Fruit Tacos
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Fruit Tacos
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  1. Wash your hands and preparation area. Rinse all produce before slicing.
  2. Prepare your avocado, cucumber, and watermelon by slicing into matchstick pieces, or julienne cut.
  3. Evenly layer 2-3 pieces of avocado, cucumber, and watermelon in the middle of the jicama tortilla.
  4. In a small bowl mix freshly squeezed lime juice, honey, and chili powder till well blended.
  5. Drizzle a small amount over each tortilla and sprinkle cilantro.
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Raspberry Lemon Overnight Oats

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Let’s overnight it with our overnight oats! These recipes are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth and start your day with a meal that includes heart-healthy ingredients.


Raspberry Lemon Overnight Oats
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Raspberry Lemon Overnight Oats
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  1. In a mason jar or tight seal container, place the rolled oats and almond milk. Stir together.
  2. Continue to add ingredients (raspberries, lemon zest, chia seeds, Greek yogurt, sweetener) and stir after adding each for even distribution.
  3. Once all the ingredients are mix, place in the refrigerator overnight or for 6-8 hours.
  4. Serve and enjoy! *Overnight Oats are best when eaten within 3 days*
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