Sunday, September 14, 2008

Mmm... did you make that? 9/14

Pomegranate Salsa

Pomegranates can help you drop pounds by revving your calorie burn and curbing cravings. This recipe serves 4, so invite some friends over to watch Prison Break tomorrow night while enjoying a great dish!




Ingredients
  • 1 tsp grated lime zest
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup goji berries (available at health-food stores)
  • 1 small jalapeƱo, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1 avocado, cubed
  • 1 cup diced cantaloupe
  • 1 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 or 3 sprigs of parsley (for garnish)
  • whole-grain tortilla chips


Instrutions


1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl (except chips of course).
2. Cover and refrigerate until goji berries are plump - about 1 hour.
3. Remove from frig & garnish with parsley.
4. Serve with chips.


Nutrition info: 189 calories per serving, 7.9 g fat (1 g saturated), 29.4 g carbs, 6.7 g fiber, 3.3 g protein



Recipe credit: Self.com (with my twist); Photo credit: www.smh.com.au

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