Simple Summer {Ceviche}

I've been dreaming about making ceviche ever since my friend Annie made it for me in May.  Annie was my marathon training partner and helped me qualify for Boston on my 1st marathon attempt.  In honor of my BQ, Annie prepared a delicious celebration feast for me!  That was 2 months ago and I've been lusting over ceviche ever since!

My awesome friend Annie.  And yes, I am that much taller than her! ha

So, 2 months later I finally convinced BJ to let me make ceviche for dinner.  BJ was a little skeptical at first (he's not a huge fan of ceviche) but was pleasantly surprised by the finished product.  I like ceviche because it's healthy, delicious and the recipe calls for a lot of lime.  Oh, and it's the perfect compliment to a margarita on the rocks with extra salt.

Enjoy!

Ingredients
1 lb of firm, fresh red snapper fillets (or other firm-fleshed fish), cut into 1/4 inch pieces, completely deboned
2-3 scallops
1/2 cup of fresh squeezed lime juice
1/2 red onion, finely diced
1 cup of chopped fresh tomatoes
1 jalapeno, seeded and finely diced
1 cucumber, chopped
1/2 green pepper, chopped
2 teaspoons of salt & pepper
Cilantro
Garlic

Directions
Cut the fish into 1/4-inch dice. Place in a glass dish with the lime juice, peppers, onions, cucumbers, tomatoes and garlic, tossing to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally.  Add the cilantro, olive oil, and salt & pepper - mix together. Serve ceviche with fried plantain chips and margaritas!

Simple Summer Side {Snow Pea & Radish Slaw}

Three words to describe this dish: simple, delicious and nutritious. Snow Pea & Radish Slaw is seriously easy and seriously delicious.

BJ loves radishes, so this was a huge hit with the Joneses.  I paired it with rosemary/thyme rice and (a juicy) NY strip steak.  Y.U.M.

Enjoy! 

Ingredients:
1 bunch of radishes
8 ounces snow peas1 red onion
EVOO
red wine vinaigrette
dijon mustard
salt & pepper (freshly ground)

Directions:
Thinly slice red onion, radishes and snow peas, combine.  In a separate bowl, whisk together splash of EVOO, red wine vinaigrette and dijon mustard.  Pour vinaigrette over slaw. Toss and season with salt & pepper. 

Simple Summer Side {Tomato-Basil Lima Beans}

I love to cook - but in the summer, when it’s 100 degrees, the last thing I want to do is subject myself to a hot stove and even more heat.

That’s why I’ve decided to share my favorite {Simple Summer Sides/Salads} over the next couple of months. These dishes require little-to-no cooking and are simple. First up...

{Tomato-Basil Lima Beans}

What you need:
Garlic
Salt & Pepper
(splash of) EVOO
Frozen lima beans
Basil
Grape (or cherry) tomatoes
Red onion
Shaved parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions: In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add lima beans and cook according to directions (about 12-15 minutes). Meanwhile, halve grape tomatoes, chop red onion, julienne basil and press garlic. Drain lima beans and combine with tomatoes, red onion, basil and garlic. Add salt, pepper (and any other seasoning you like) and a splash of EVOO. Top with shaved parmesan cheese (optional)

Enjoy!

Fresh basil from my garden

Eat Tomato-Basil Lima Beans with crisp white wine and an outdoor patio set 

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