Hey Happy Tummies!!
I haven’t fallen off the face of the earth, I promise!
Things have just been suuuuuper busy around here! I’m actually
writing a book!! :D
I won’t get into too much detail, but I’ve just been devoting all
my spare time to working on that…soooo that’s why I’ve been a bit absent.
So let’s just dive right back in, shall we!?
I’ve been to Sundance, Florida, and Cincinnati since I’ve last
seen you lovelies. Sooo, I think I’ll just do a quick recap.
So
Sundance. I go every year with my family to do some skiing, spa-ing, and of
course, taking in some great films!
I
had a fantastic time. It was especially fun this year because my little niece
was with us! She brings so much joy and life to our family. What. A. Cutie.
I
thought I’d share some highlights.
Let’s
start with the Spa:)
We
went to the Spa at the Stein Eriksen Lodge. It was just phenomenal. If you’ve
never treated yourself to a trip to the spa, consider this your personal
invitation!
It
was so beautiful. The “relaxation room” had a roaring stone and wood fireplace
with sweeping views of the mountain. Rustically fabulous. And there were all
different kinds of hot teas and little nibbles to enjoy while you wait for your
massage.
What.
A. Treat.
Afterwards,
my sister-in-laws and my mom and I went to the Stein’s restaurant and had
cocktails and fondue. :D
Next:
the Skiing.
What
can I say, Deer Valley really is the best place to ski. They’re one of the only
ski resorts that don’t allow snow boarders! It’s a very relaxed and tranquil
atmosphere. We skied for 5 days. Incredible.
Now
for the best part: the DINING!
My
goodness, where to begin? Probably my favorite place we ate was at the Seafood
Buffet.
First, let me preface this by saying that my family consists of “big
eaters:” I’ve got 2 older brothers and a dad, who are all over 6 feet,
athletic, and fit as a whistle. Park City’s restaurants, although fabulous and
5 star, leave them still hungry. And there’s nothing more frustrating to the
menfolk than paying out the nose for an itty bitty amount of food, and then
leaving hungry. Plus, my diet is rather particular, so I end up getting
basically a boring salad with oil and vinegar. No thanks. SOOO, my family has
discovered the Seafood Buffet.
It is amazing. Now, you’re probably thinking
about a Golden Corral….nope! This is a gourmet buffet. It’s at midmountain, and
every evening the ski resort transforms the lodge into a 5 star restaurant
brimming with fresh seafood, sushi, salads, and desserts. Yes, your eyes are
not tricking you, that is a buffet of fresh king crab legs! WOW!
But
what my family loves best about this place is that it is nearly ALL gluten
free! There were only one or two sauces that weren’t gluten free. So we were in Heaven.
My
favorite dishes were the gorgeous salad with pecans and cranberries, the
seared-to-order ahi tuna, and of course, the king crab legs. It was the dinner
that dreams are made of :) hehe
We also saw some great films and did some shopping...for crazy sunglasses :)
Alright, that’s enough about Sundance. Onto today's recipe!
Guys, hang onto your hats, because this is a winner!
Allow me to present my latest obsession. Literally, you guys, I
eat this all. the. time.
Introducing my “Mangocado” Ribbon Salad!
(See what I did there??) Mango + Avocado = Mangocado Hey hey hey!
OK, I’m a nerd, moving on.
But seriously this was so delicious and healthy. Ribbons of
carrots and crunchy veggies, smothered in a sweet and creamy dressing. A
perfect ten.
Here’s what you need: (Serves 2)
Salad:
3 carrots, spiralized. (I used multicolored carrots – orange,
yellow, and purple)
1 zucchini, spiralized
1 red pepper, sliced thin
1 cucumber, spiralized
1 zucchini, spiralized
1 red pepper, sliced thin
1 cucumber, spiralized
Garnish:
3 Tbsp fresh cilantro, minced
pistachios
Creamy Dressing:
1 Avocado
1 Mango
Juice of ½ a lime
Creamy Dressing:
1 Avocado
1 Mango
Juice of ½ a lime
2 tsp fresh grated ginger
This recipe couldn’t be easier. Cut your veggies into ribbons,
using either a spiralizer, mandolin, potato peeler, or sharp knife. I used a
spiralizer. Put them in a large bowl.
Place your dressing ingredients into the food processor. Process
until smooth. It will be thick.
Toss your ribbons with the dressing. Garnish with chopped fresh
cilantro and pistachios.
Devour.
My goodness, you guys. This. Dish. Rocks. You see, I’m kinda a
stickler for salad dressings. I guess you could say, I’m a snob. Because, I don’t like when they add artificial this and presevative-laden that to it. I
just like real ingredients – things I’m able to pronounce. Well, let me tell
you, this dressing couldn’t get any more wholesome if you tried!
It is so incredible. Rich. Thick. Creamy. Buttery. Sweet. Gingery.
I could go on and on. I seriously could probably drink it, to be honest! But
this dressing, smothered over the cold, crunchy veggies was just aweeesomeee!
And then the salty crunch of the pistachios and the bright, fresh kick of
cilantro at the end really put it over the top.
And the colors! My, oh my. It was like spring had sprung on my plate. The orange and purple and green and yellow. It was just so pretty. I knew, just from looking at it, that my taste buds were in for a treat.
Make this dish. You will become a believer of the dream team:
Mango and Avocado. Or as I like to refer to them: Combo Dombo – Combination
Domination.
See ya tomorrow!
That's gorgeous!
ReplyDeletethanks mare :)
DeleteThank you for sharing your awesome recipe and photo's, really made my day, can't wait to make this, especially looking forward to the dressing! Sounds so delicious.
ReplyDeletethank you so much! I hope you love it as much as I did! :D
DeleteSEAFOOD BUFFET & A SPA!!! I DONT THINK I CAN GET ANYMORE JEALOUS!!!!!!!
ReplyDeletehahah thanks Gigi, yeah it was pretty fun. glad you stopped by! have a great day!
Deleteooh adding mango to the avocado yum! This is right up my alley. Hope you will join up for Meatless Monday. Your trip looks fab!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Deborah! I'll check it out:) Glad you stopped by! Happy Wednesday!
DeleteWhat a fab looking salad! And your trip looks wonderful. And those sunglasses look good on you! :D
ReplyDeletehahah thanks Lorraine. they were just too fun not to try on:) glad you stopped by! have a great day!
DeleteThis salad looks so good and that dressing though- yumm!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! :D have a great day! thanks for dropping by!
DeleteAll those fresh berries and seafood! I wish I were there too! Your carrot ribbon salad looks to die for! I love to blend mango and avocado together too...it was so unbelievably creamy, rich, yet so GOOD for us.
ReplyDeletethank you so much! i know ...creeeeeammmmyyy!! haha thanks for stopping by! have a great afternoon!
DeleteHello Seafood Buffet! I could spend some time there ;) Mango+Avocado and a spiaralized salad, yes please!
ReplyDeletehaha thanks Lauren! i know, we didn't want to leave! have a great day! thanks for stopping by!
DeleteYou've been a busy traveler! Such fun! LOVE your salad. It think I could give my spiralizer a good workout!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you Liz! there's just something about eating spiralized veggies that's just too fun:) thanks for stopping by!
DeleteNow you know I love a good salad. This just looks amazing. And I just love your photos.
ReplyDeleteKay of Pure & Complex
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Thank you so much Kay. I appreciate that:) Thanks for stopping by! Have a great day!
DeleteThis sounds amazing :) I will keep this in mind, as I have all the ingredients on hand...love when that happens! I don't have the nifty veggie spiral tool, so will be veggie-peeling into ribbons when I do make it! It will be worth it!
ReplyDeleteThanks Annaliese! Oh yes, definitely worth the effort! Thanks for stopping by! Enjoy your afternoon!
DeleteSo cool that you go to Sundance! I am an aspiring screenwriter and novelist, so I'm pretty jealous ;) Love this salad too. Mango in a dressing? Yum!
ReplyDeleteThanks Laura! yep...mango in the dressing! It's was yummy:) Thanks for stopping by! Enjoy your day!
DeleteHi Caralyn!
ReplyDeleteAmazing news. I'm so glad for you.
Delicious recipe.
Thanks for share your recipes and beautiful moments with us.
Thank you so much Maribel:) I appreciate that. So glad you stopped by! Enjoy your afternoon!
DeleteNext time, I wants in. On all of it! And what a creative sauce! Love it--I finally got myself a spiralizer, and I have issues ;) This has to happen!
ReplyDeletehaha Thank you so much Susie! Glad you stopped by! happy cooking:)
DeleteIt sounds like you had a great time on your holiday. And the picture of the slopes - to die for.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with your book :)
All the best
Thanks Kimberly! It was a lot of fun:) Thanks for stopping by! Have a great day!
DeleteThat does look like a fantastic Salad, i will admit. Cant imagine how Avocado and Mango can be mixed together.
ReplyDeletethe trip to Sundance looks very luxurious. thanks for sharing. keep us up to date on the show as well.
Thanks Shen! I appreciate that:) oh gosh, that combination, I will admit seems a little, "out there" but gosh it was really tasty! glad you stopped by! have a great day!
DeleteYou've been having a blast, and I love this beautiful salad! I just got a spiralizer and can't wait to use it!
ReplyDeleteThanks Marcie! I love that gadget:) enjoy us ring it! Thanks for stopping by! Have a great day!
DeleteOmg. All that crab!!!! I am such a crab lover. And the salad. Looks fantastic. Must try.
ReplyDeletehaha thank you so much Kathy! Enjoy your day! Thanks for stopping by!
DeleteThat looks like a fun vacation!! And that recipe!! Yum! I've made a similar dish with zucchini noodles and an avocado dressing, but I love the addition of the mango. Just plain avocado can be a little dense. Excited to hear more about your book!
ReplyDelete-Lindsey @ SimplyLindsey.com
Thank you so much Lindsey! Oooh, that sounds delicious. I love zucchini noodles:) Glad you stopped by! Have a great day!
DeleteThanks :)
ReplyDeleteIt looks that you all had a fabulous time away! MMMM too!
ReplyDeleteI made your lovely creamy salad but served it with grilled fish on the side! Divine combination too! xxx
Omylord! This is delish! Now you got me craving salad. :P
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