Avocado Mango Salsa

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Avocados were first used by the Aztecs and have since been highly sought after for their health benefits. Avocados are high in healthy monounsaturated fats, such as oleic acid. They are also an excellent anti-inflammatory food and are high in potassium, magnesium, and fiber. Try incorporating avocados into your diet with this delicious mango avocado salsa recipe!

Ingredients:

1 mango, peeled, seeded and diced

1 avocado, peeled, pitted and diced

4 medium tomatoes, diced

1/4 c. red onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp. fresh lime juice

1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (optional)

1/2 c. fresh cilantro, chopped

3 tbsp. olive oil

1 tsp. sea salt

Directions:

1. Peel, seed, dice, chop and mince all ingredients according to ingredient list.

2. Mix in bowl and toss until everything is coated and spices are evenly distributed.

3. Serve cold with Mary's Gone Crackers.

Health Benefits:

-Mangoes: high in potassium, loaded with Vitamin C to fight allergies, boost the immune system, and promote exercise recovery; also packed with beta carotene, a powerful antioxidant

-Avocados: packed with potassium, contain Vitamin B5

-Tomatoes: packed with lycopene to promote skin health and prostate health

-Onions and Garlic: contain sulfur to help detoxify the body, as well as allicin, a natural antibacterial and antiviral, helps boost the immune system

-Limes: packed with Vitamin C to boost the immune system

-Jalapeños: help boost metabolism, promote weight loss, prevent diabetes

-Cilantro: one of nature’s best detoxifiers, helps body detoxify from heavy metals

-Olive Oil: packed with healthy, monounsaturated fats, contains Vitamin E

-Sea Salt: contains trace minerals and electrolytes

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