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recipes

Mango Protein Shake

Mangos have many health benefits. They are rich in fat-soluble antioxidants called carotenoids, vitamin C and potassium. This delicious shake serves as a great snack, or meal replacement.

Ingredients:
1 cup mango cubes, fresh or frozen
6-8 ice cubes
3/4 cup organic vanilla yogurt
Splash of orange juice
1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder

Directions:
Combine ingredients and blend until smooth.

Citrus Salad with Bibb Lettuce, Watercress and Balsamic Dressing

This healthy citrus salad serves as a delicious accompaniment to grilled fish or chicken. Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:
1 medium pink Florida grapefruit, peeled, white pith removed and sectioned
2 large Florida oranges, peeled, white pith removed and sectioned
2 tangerines, peeled and sectioned
1 bunch watercress, rinsed and patted dry
3 tablespoons fresh orange juice

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil
1 large head Bibb lettuce, separated, rinsed and patted dry
Peel of 1 Florida orange, cut into julienne strips

Directions:

Combine grapefruit, oranges, tangerines and watercress in medium bowl.
Combine orange juice, vinegar and salt in small bowl. Add oil; whisk dressing until combined. Pour over fruit and watercress; gently toss.
Line 4 serving plates with lettuce. Divide fruit mixture among plates. Garnish each with orange peel.

seafood Pasta with plum tomato sauce

Angel hair pasta is best served with a thin, delicate sauce such as this delicious one, which uses fresh plum tomatoes and fresh seafood.
Makes 6-8 servings

Ingredients:
1/2 pound white fish, such as sea bass, monkfish or grouper
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 pounds fresh plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano

1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon sugar
2 bay leaves
1/2 pound fresh bay scallops
1/2 pounds fresh shrimp
8-12 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions:

Cut fish into 3/4-inch pieces. Set aside.
Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat; add onion and garlic. Cook and stir 3 minutes or until onion is tender. Reduce heat to low; add tomatoes, basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, sugar and bay leaves. Cook, uncovered, 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add whitefish, scallops and shrimp. Cook, uncovered, 3 to 4 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with fork and scallops are opaque. Remove bay leaves; discard. Set seafood sauce aside.
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt. Drain well.
Combine pasta with seafood sauce in large serving bowl. Mix well. Sprinkle with parsley. Serve immediately.

Artichoke Bruschetta

Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:
1 jar (6 ounces) marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
3 green onions, chopped
5 tablespoons fresh grated parmesan cheese

2 tablespoons mayonnaise
12 slices French bread, sliced 1/2 inch thick
1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions:

Preheat broiler. Combine artichokes, green onions, 3 tablespoons cheese and mayonnaise in small bowl. Mix well and set aside.
Arrange bread slices on baking sheet. Brush with olive oil and broil 4 to 5 inches from heat 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until lightly browned.
Spoon about 1 tablespoon artichoke mixture onto each bread slice; sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons cheese. Broil 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese is melted and lightly browned.