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Cantaloupe and Tomato Salad with a Light Vinaigrette

Cantaloupe and Tomato Salad with a Light Vinaigrette recipe

This is a perfect end of summer salad when cantaloupes and tomatoes are at their peak of ripeness. While it seems like an unusual combination of ingredients, I’ve seen versions of this salad in cookbooks dating back as early as 1918. What I love about this dish is its simplicity, with an emphasis on fresh, […]

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Beverages Recipe

Watermelon Lemon Agua Fresca

Watermelon Lemon Agua Fresca recipe

Watermelon gets its bright red color from lycopene, which is a powerful antioxidant, so it’s a perfect choice for a healthy beverage. This refreshing drink combines the sweet taste of watermelon with freshly squeezed lemon juice. It’s simple and satisfying, and a great way to use up that last big piece of watermelon taking up room […]

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Breakfast Desserts Recipe Salads

Fruit Salad with Honey Lime Dressing

Strawberries, Blueberries, and Kiwifruit Salad

When I need a go-to-salad for a special dinner or get-together, this is the one I choose. Even though the dressing is simple, just honey and fresh lime juice, when it’s combined with mixed berries or other fruit, it’s absolutely delicious. An added bonus is that it’s also healthy. Kiwifruit, for example, has more vitamin […]

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