The avocado is considered the world’s healthiest fruit, because of its nutrient contents (nearly 20!) such as vitamin K, dietary fiber, potassium, folic acid, vitamin B6, vitamin C, copper, and reasonable calories in it. It’s an excellent source of fiber as 1 avocado has about 15 grams of fiber!

Avocados can help you meet the AHA dietary guidelines because they have both monosaturated and polyunsaturated fat and contain potassium. They are a great addition into your diet if you are trying to lose some weight. I suggest 1/2 of an avocado daily. Eat fat, lose fat!

Avocado Dressing

1 can coconut milk (for less creamy mix use 1/2 milk, 1/2 water)
1 Tbsp. MCT oil
3 avocados, ripe, pitted and removed from shell
2 Tbsp. lime juice
1/2 c. cilantro, chopped fine
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 tsp. ground pepper
Add 1/2 tsp. LCM Three Amigos Seasoning for an extra zip!

Add a dash of cayenne pepper for an extra zip. Blend until creamy.

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A great healthy entree idea that is super simple to make! Loaded with flavor and healthy ingredients, this will be sure to be a favorite meal! Made with our cumin and chili fiesta seasoning blend – No gluten, msg, dairy, starch, salt, or sugar added!

3 Amigos Taco Salad

Meat
1 lb grass-fed beef or ground turkey
2 Tbsp Three Amigos Blend
1/4 cup water

Brown meat in fry pan over medium heat until cooked through. Mix in the seasoning and water and simmer until the water is absorbed.

Salad
Assemble your salad as desired with greens, onions, tomatoes, peppers, avocado, etc. Blend well. Top with salsa and cheese (Pictured: Cotija), if desired.

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Tuna Salad

• 4 (5oz) Cans Albacore Tuna
• 1 Cucumber, sliced
• 1 tomato, sliced
• 1/2 Cup olives
• Handful Fresh Parsley – chopped
• 3 Garlic Cloves – grated
• 1 Tablespoon Dried Italian Seasoning
• 1/4 Cup Olive Oil
• 1 Tablespoon Red or White Wine Vinegar
• Salt/Pepper

Drain canned tuna and prep all other ingredients. Combine ingredients in a large bowl and mix until fully blended. Add sea salt and pepper to taste.

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Strawberries are a summer favorite because they are at the peak of ripeness. They make a light and refreshing addition to a salad, too!

Try this recipe for a yummy Strawberry & Cucumber Summer Salad.

Ingredients:
1 whole cucumber
Sliced strawberries
1 serving strawberry vinaigrette (see below)
Fresh ground white pepper
Stevia to taste

Directions:
Slice strawberries and cucumber. Toss with strawberries, dressing, stevia
and pepper to taste. You can also add fresh dill, fresh mint, ground cumin, or sweet paprika to taste.
Allow to marinate for at least 10 minutes.

Strawberry Vinaigrette

Ingredients:
Strawberries
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Stevia to taste
Dash of salt
Dash of cayenne (optional)
Fresh ground black pepper to taste
Stevia to taste

Directions:
Combine all ingredients in food processor. Puree until smooth. Pour over
fresh arugula or green salad. Garnish with sliced strawberries and freshly
ground black pepper. Variations: use as a marinade or sauce for chicken.
Makes 1-2 servings (1 vegetable, 1 fruit)

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One of the biggest menu mistakes we can make is eating a fat-free salad. Every vegetable salad (especially dark green leafy vegetables) should have a little fat added because that will help your body absorb the nutrients.

Certain foods become healthier when eaten together. Many vegetables are fat-soluble, which means your body needs the fat to assimilate the nutrients in them. The more nutrients your body absorbs, the less hunger you will feel, and the longer you will stay feeling satisfied after a meal. Eating a bit of fat will help your energy level, your mood, and your digestion. It also helps lower any sugar cravings!

So, every time you eat a salad, check to make sure you have some fat along with it!

For P2 – If you use  MCT oil in phase 2 (2 tablespoons max of combined MCT or coconut oil) try it in your salad dressings or just drizzle it over the salad. (get yours with a fabulous sprayer here)

For P3 – Sprinkle a little goat cheese over your salad, top with some sliced avocado, some chia or hemp seeds or maybe some chopped nuts if you are not sensitive to nuts in P3. Make a salad dressing using extra virgin olive oil, MCT oil, or even a little buttermilk. Little Choices Matter’s Heavenly Ranch and Sassy Vinaigrette make great healthy fat additions to your salad.

Remember – no FAT-FREE SALADS!! It will all help make you healthier and slimmer.

Download our P2 Guide for a whole page of recipes.

To read more about adding in coconut or MCT oil to your diet click here.

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How about a new dressing for your green salad to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day!

1 package (9 ounces) fresh spinach, torn
1 c. sliced fresh strawberries

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Certain foods become healthier when eaten together. Many vegetables are fat-soluble, which means your body absorbs their nutrients better when you eat a little fat with them. The more nutrients your body absorbs, the less hungry you will be. It also helps lower any sugar cravings!

So, every time you eat a salad, check to make sure you have some fat along with it!

For P2 – use  MCT oil in your salad dressings or just drizzle it over the salad. (best place to buy for the best price)

For P3 – Sprinkle a little goat cheese over your salad, top with  sliced avocado, seeds or nuts. Make a salad dressing using extra virgin olive oil, MCT oil, or even a little buttermilk. Little Choices Matter’s Heavenly Ranch or Creamy Avocado Dressing are great healthy fat additions to your salad.

Remember – no FAT FREE SALADS!! It will all help make you healthier and slimmer.

Here are a few Recipes

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The Classic Salad
3 Cups of Mixed Greens
1 Whole tomato
1/4 red onion
1/2 cucumber
1 tsp nuts of seeds (optional)

Sassy Vinaigrette Dressing
1 1/2 Tbsp. Sassy Vinaigrette Seasoning
4 Tbsp. MCT Oil
2 Tbsp. filtered water
1/2 c. rice or Apple Cider vinegar
15 drops liquid stevia

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Ingredients:

3.5 oz Fresh Spinach

1 Orange

3.5 oz Chicken

1 Tablespoon Coconut Oil

10 Drops of Stevia

Salt to taste

Take cooked chicken and cut into bite size pieces along with one orange.  Then mix 1 tablespoon of melted coconut oil with 10 drops of stevia and a small pinch of sea salt.  Combine all ingredients and mix well to coat all of the spinach with the coconut oil.  Enjoy!

This meal has 176 calories.

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Avocados are loaded with nutrients. 1 avocado has about 15 grams of fiber! They are also a very good source of  healthy monounsaturated fat!

1 can coconut milk
3 avocados, ripe, pitted and removed from shell
2 Tbsp. lime juice
1/2 c. cilantro, chopped fine
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 tsp. ground pepper

Add a dash of cayenne pepper for an extra zip. Blend until creamy.

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Southwestern Salad

Mixed salad greens
chicken breast, cooked and shredded
corn kernels
rinsed black beans, drained and rinsed
chopped red and green bell peppers
chopped tomato
shredded cheese

Mix together with cilantro dressing and serve immediately.

Peanut Cilantro Dressing

3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
2 bunches cilantro leaves, finely chopped
1/2 C. fresh lime juice
1 1/2 tsp. wine vinegar
1/2 tsp.  ground cumin
3/4 tsp.  salt
1/2 tsp.  freshly ground pepper
1 Tbsp. raw honey
1 Tbsp. creamy organic peanut butter
1/2 C. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 C. olive oil

In a magic bullet or food processor, finely mince garlic cloves and ginger. Add cilantro leaves and process until finely chopped. Add remaining ingredients and blend until well mixed. Keep in fridge in a sealed container and it will keep for up to a week.

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Peanut Cilantro Dressing

3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
2 bunches cilantro leaves, finely chopped
1/2 C. fresh lime juice
1 1/2 tsp. wine vinegar
1/2 tsp.  ground cumin
3/4 tsp.  salt
1/2 tsp.  freshly ground pepper
1 Tbsp. raw honey
1 Tbsp. creamy organic peanut butter
1/2 C. freshly grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 C. olive oil

In a magic bullet or food processor, finely mince garlic cloves and ginger. Add cilantro leaves and process until finely chopped. Add remaining ingredients and blend until well mixed. Keep in fridge in a sealed container and it will keep for up to a week.

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