Vegetarian

Most of us can easily relate to having a busy schedule - complete with long work hours that leave us feeling exhausted by the end of the day when our heads finally hit the pillow. Oh, time! It seems there is never enough of it. Yet, rather than wait until the last possible moment to get up in the morning to dump half a gallon of coffee down your throat, drag yourself in a zombie stupor behind your steering wheel and head to work - leaving without the slightest notion of a plan for breakfast, lunch and snacks throughout the day - consider the possibility of a rather simple alternative.

While this salad is amazing any time - especially when avocados are in season - my favorite time to serve this salad is when guests first arrive. It's sort of become a tradition that houseguests receive this rejuvenating and flavorful salad after a long trip. This combination of flavors delights salad and fruit lovers, either served as a main course or side dish. It’s easy to prepare, highly nutritious and loaded with vitamins, minerals and plant-based proteins. (A non-vegetarian option adds savory meat).