Chunky Pineapple and Avocado Salsa

• 1 can sliced pineapple in juice, drained and juices reserved
• 1 tablespoon lime juice 
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 small jalapeno, seeds removed and diced
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium avocado, halved, pitted and flesh cubed
• 2 tablespoons minced cilantro leaves

In a bowl combine in 2Tbsp of the pineapple juice, lime juice to give it some acid and kick, honey and oil, whisk it well along with the seasoning 

Deseed the jalapeño, not removing all the seeds which will give it a nice little kick, if you wish to have some. Chop the pineapples, this can be rough and I put in some red onion which will give it a nice flavor and some color too

Roughly chop - cube the avocado and add it to the pineapple - onion along with the finely chopped cilantro 

Mix well and serve immediately

Note:

The pineapple - onion - avocado can also be grilled for a grill salsa

Serve it with tacos or with chips

Green Iced Tea with Herbs

This easy and ready to go drink is under a $ and its gonna be refreshing and delicious
Its so much cheaper and more healthier than buying a soda or ice tea from the store and you can customize it to your preference also

Ingredients

1/4 cup firmly packed fresh mint leaves
7 - 8 fresh basil leaves
3 fresh sage leaves
2 Tbsp honey
2 green tea bags / 2 Tbsp loose green tea leaves
3 cups iced water
1 cup ice


In a sauce pan boil water and add herbs of your choice such as fresh mint - basil - sage
You can use whatever herbs you have in the fridge or the ones you like
Steep it well and then add green tea packs or 2 Tbsp green tea leaves
Let it steep for a few minutes
Add in some honey to sweeten it (according to the level you would like to have )
Cool it a bit and add the entire content to a pitcher of cold water filled with ice cubes




Note:
Use smaller quantities of stronger herbs such as Sage , as it might overpower the drink
You can use sugar / sugar syrup instead of honey also
Adding lemon slices to the pitcher may also give you a tangy taste to this drink

Project with Kids - 1 Pickle

Looking for a great fun project to do with the kids, how about a great Veggie Pickle
Just cut up a any vegetables of your choice such as Zucchini, String / French beans / Peppers / Cauliflower ... let the kids decide what they want to make and heat

Wash and cut these vegetables and put them in sterilized jars and cover it up with a solution of boiled vinegar and water (cooled down) along with some sugar and the seasoning of your choice

Let them decide if they want it to tangy - sweet or spicy by adding in bay leaves - cloves - chilly flakes - more sugar - garlic cloves

Chill and they are ready to eat !!!

Happy Experimenting