1) Since 4th of July is a barbecue holiday, think of it as a primal holiday! Grilling isn't only for meat. Throw some veggies on a skewer for some yummy kabobs. My favorite combination is crimini mushrooms, zucchini, onions and yellow and orange peppers. You can choose whatever you like best and whatever is on sale at the store or farmer's market.
2) Skip the potato and pasta salads. A delicious and refreshing salad, that is paleo friendly, is avocado and tomato. Slice two avocados and two tomatoes. I like to use roma because they have less slime inside and I prefer the flavor. Lay the slices on a platter, tomato then avocado, layered on each other. Over the top I sprinkle sea salt, fresh ground pepper and a healthy drizzle of olive oil. To garnish, I use one medium shallot, diced, and chopped cilantro. You can even add a sprinkle of cayenne pepper for a little kick.
3) Choose your spirits wisely. If you have to have liquor, vodka is the best choice, but it is pricey. My favorite is Cîroc, and a fifth runs about $34.00 in Oregon. Occasionally it is on sale for $29.00, but it is still by far one of the most expensive vodkas. The reason it can be considered 'paleo friendly' is that it is distilled from grapes and not grains or potatoes, like most other vodkas. I have heard that it is a sin to mix this vodka because of its unique and smooth flavor. But I mix it anyway...and it is so refreshing and delicious.
Juice six oranges and seven limes into a pitcher and put the mixer in the fridge until you want to use it. Fill a small glass with ice, pour two ounces of Cîroc over the ice then add the mixer. I like to add a sprig of mint or basil to it for a little earthiness. It's a guilt-free cocktail mix and it is perfect for warm weather!
Happy 4th!
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