CHOCOLATE KEY LIME MOUSSE
with strawberry guava sauce
Yes, it's a fruit and along with its nutritional makeup this sexy green packs a myriad of applications that even includes skin care! See how you can maintain that soft glow at http://www.queenogreens.com/2011/07/lauren-von-der-pools-raw-beauty-tip.html
Avocados, which -not so coincidentally -were called "testicle trees" by the ancient Aztecs. No surprise there!!! Open one in half and see for yourself. The folate helps give extra protection against sperm mutation. Avocados provide nearly 20 essential nutrients, including fiber, potassium, Vitamin E, B-vitamins and folic acid. They also act as a "nutrient enhancer" by enabling the body to absorb more fat-soluble nutrients, such as alpha and beta-carotene, in foods that are eaten with the fruit. What does that mean?! It means that if you combine avocados with say apricots, pumpkin, carrots, or leafy greens such as spinach, you are essentially creating your own skin care product from the inside out. How luscious is that! Once consumed, Beta-carotene can be converted into vitamin A by the body which hydrates the eyes and softens the skin.
With 3 times the amount of potassium than bananas, avocados are counted as second best source of monounsaturated fatty acids after O-LIVE oil, which contributes a great deal to aiding the body in maintaining critical health functions. For years, this fruit has been erroneously marked as a fatty food -the kind that contributes to exuberant weight gain. In fact, monounsaturated fats contained in an avocado helps to increase basal metabolic rate (the rate at which your body consumes calories), which helps suppress the appetite and curve over eating. Wuuuut??? So consuming this fat helps you lose fat. Ahhh the perfect marriage. Try not to over process this too much. Fortunately when consuming an avocado you won't have to; especially since one serving of avocado contains JUST 50 calories compared to it's more caloric spreadable counterparts like cheese and mayo. Studies show that eating foods rich in monounsaturated fats (MUFAs) improves blood cholesterol levels, which can decrease your risk of heart disease. Hmmm. Is it coincidence that the color of the heart chakra is green like the avocado? Research also shows that MUFAs may benefit insulin levels and blood sugar control, which can support a health goal of riding the body of type 2 diabetes.
painting pretty green with avocados
A true energy source, the versatile avocado provides a subtle taste that takes on both savory and sweet flavors very well. Its versatility along with its nutrition content is why i fed this fruit and quite often to my son since he began eating solids at 5 months. Guacamole isn't the only way to experience this fruit. Add volume to your shakes or smoothies, dressings to your otherwise bland greens or wraps, or even in~JOY it for dessert.
Ingredients:
Chocolate half:
1/2 organic avocado
2 Tbsp of raw cacao powder
1/4 cup of frozen blue berries (can substitute another fruit)
5 - 6 Tbsp of raw agave nectar
some cold water (use to adjust thickness)
Key Lime half:
1/2 organic avocado
2 - 3 Tbsp of key lime juice (can also use lime juice)
5 - 6 Tbsp of raw agave nectar
some cold water (use to adjust thickness)
Strawberry Guava Sauce:
4 - 5 small size strawberries or 3 large ones
1/4 cup of guava puree
3 Tbsp of raw agave (optional)
How to:
Use either a small food processor or a blender to blend each parts (chocolate, key lime, sauce) separately. Dress the plate any way you desire. It's ALL good either way!
