Fruity salsas that slim
Summer-fresh and oh-so fabulous, these irresistible party-perfect dips are packed with good-for-you produce
Peach-jalapeño
Unique compounds in the peaches in this sweet ’n’ spicy salsa prompt the body’s cells to burn stored fat for fuel, plus trigger the brain’s feel-full center. You’ll feel slim and satisfied. To make: Combine 3 cups diced, peeled peaches, 1 cup diced, seeded tomatoes, 1⁄3 cup chopped red onions, 1⁄4 cup chopped cilantro, 1⁄4 cup lemon juice and 1–2 Tbs. chopped jalapeños; season with salt and pepper.
Pineapple-avocado
The tangy pineapple in our tropical dip contains a plant enzyme called bromelain, which helps break down foods in the digestive tract, preventing bloat. To make: Combine 3 cups chopped fresh pineapple, 1 avocado (pitted, peeled and chopped), 1⁄2 cup cooked black beans, 1⁄3 cup sliced scallions and grated zest and juice of 2 limes; season with salt and pepper.
Mango-strawberry
Strawberries are even sweeter paired with mango, which is chockfull of antioxidants proven to energize muscles and increase stamina by 13% in just one week. To make: Mix 2 cups diced mango, 2 cups diced strawberries, 1⁄4 cup chopped red onions, 1⁄4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 Tbs. honey and grated zest and juice of 2 limes; season with salt.