Friday, August 8, 2008

Eating Healthy - enjoy a tasty Summer favorite!


Summer is my favorite time of year ( at least until Autumn gets here .... and then ). There is so much good, healthy, fresh food available. Stop by a local farmer's market and pick up some fresh produce this weekend! Enjoy some of this year's harvest with your family and friends.

Here is a tasty Summer favorite sure to please your pickiest eaters -

A Tasty Summer Treat



Ingredients:



2 pounds of new potatoes ( we like the smaller ones best )

2 ½ teaspoons of your favorite course grain mustard

1 ½ teaspoons of lemon juice ( fresh squeezed if you have a lemon

Add a teaspoon or light sprinkle of lime juice if you have it

4 Tablespoons of extra virgin Olive Oil

2 tablespoons of chopped fresh dill

Or 4 tablespoons of chopped dill pickles.

( substitute pickle relish if you like )



Prep:

Bring the potatoes to a boil and then simmer for about 15 minutes.

Cut into bite size pieces.

Mix all the other ingredients in a big bowl and add the potatoes!

Stir until well mixed.

Cover and Put in the ice box for a couple hours.

Enjoy this delicious potato salad with your favorite grilled chicken or lean beef! Have fun this Summer with your favorite people and enjoy some of the many healthy eating options available!

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