Have you tried avocado pudding yet? We featured this recipe many years ago and I had to bring it back for those who have not yet discovered this decadent delight. It is still one of the best desserts I have ever tasted, and because of its guilt-free ingredients, I can never get enough. It’s a staple in my kitchen because it meets all the parameters – sugar, dairy and gluten free – and very easy to make. You’ll find a variety of recipes online offering an array of sweetener options, but I enjoy mine truly sugar-free with stevia. Serves 2-4 Ingredients: • 2 ripe avocados • 4 heaping tablespoons of raw cocoa powder • ½ teaspoon of sea salt • 2 teaspoons of organic vanilla extract • ½ cup of unsweetened coconut milk (or non-dairy milk of choice) Sweetener of choice: Type and measurement of sweetener really is a personal preference, so play with it. I use 2 droppers of liquid vanilla stevia, but recommend adding stevia slowly to taste. Other natural options include monk fruit, maple syrup (2-3 tablespoons), honey or chopped dates. Extras to spice it up: Add a handful of coconut flakes, teaspoon of espresso powder, chopped nuts, fresh mint or even a dash of cayenne pepper. Directions: Place all ingredients together and blend until smooth and creamy. I find it easiest to use a hand (or immersion) blender and bowl, but a standard blender works as well. For best results (if you can wait that long!) place pudding in refrigerator for one hour. Serve straight up or top with whipped coconut cream, berries or fruit. My favorite is to leave a pint of So Delicious No Sugar Added Vanilla Bean Coconut Milk ice cream out until it gets nice and soft and then scoop it into the pudding for an irresistible chocolate vanilla pairing! Share your favorite additions and toppers with us online. Search "avocado pudding" at www.DesertHealthNews.com. This lovely Palm Springs-style creation can be served as an appetizer, salad or a light meal. Make it for date night as the martini glass adds a little zest to this slightly spicy serving of healthy goodness. Serves 1-2 Ingredients: • 1 mango pitted and diced • 8-10 shrimp (precooked or deveined and peeled) • ½ cup red bell peppers, corded and diced • ¼-¯⁄½ cup jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped • ½ cup red onion, diced • ½ cup bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped • 1 teaspoon sea salt • 1 tablespoon lime juice • ½ cup cucumber, diced • 1 small avocado • 1 lime sliced for garnish Directions: If you bought shrimp, place in boiling water and take out when they start to turn pink and orange, about 2-3 minutes. Chop the shrimp into chunks however you like, leaving two shrimp for each serving to place as garnish. Mix diced mango, diced red bell pepper, finely chopped jalapeno, diced red onion, finely chopped cilantro, sea salt, lime juice, diced cucumber and cubed avocado together. Serve in a martini glass, adding more salt or lime juice, if necessary. Garnish by hanging shrimp on the edge of the cocktail glass with a slice of lime. Barbara Rogers is the author of one of our favorite books, It’s A No Grainer, available on Amazon.com. www.clarksnutritition.com www.DesertHealthNews.com March/April 2025 www.hfhcv.org ORGANIC PRODUCE LARGE SELECTION OF SUPPLEMENTS KNOWLEDGEABLE STAFF Founded in 1972, Clark’s Nutrition is a family-operated natural foods market dedicated to your health and wellness. We proudly offer an extensive selection of organic produce, herbal supplements, and groceries, supported by a knowledgeable team ready to assist with all your nutritional needs and questions. Founded in 1972, Clark’s FAMILY-OWNED & OPERATED FOR OVER 50 YEARS Clark’s Nutrition is a registered trademark of Clark’s Nutritional Center, Inc. VISIT US TODAY! 34175 Monterey Ave, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 (760) 324-4626 www.clarksnutrition.com Fresh Cuisine The Valley's Leading Resource for Health and Wellness 20 Thank you for saying, “I saw you in Desert Health.” Thank You! As a complimentary publication, Desert Health is 100% underwritten by our advertisers. The valuable information you find on our pages would not be here without them. If you visit their businesses, please mention that you saw them inDesert Health. Chocolate Avocado Pudding By Lauren Del Sarto Avocado, Mango and Shrimp Cocktail Recipe by Barbara Rogers options, but I enjoy mine truly sugar-free with stevia. salt boiling turn however each finely chopped jalapeno, juice, diced cucumber
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