Tomato-Avocado Salsa

I think this is one of my favorite salsa recipes! And it's hard to goof!

Tomato-Avocado Salsa
1 tsp salt (kosher is best)
1 TB chopped jalapeno
2 TB chopped onion
2 TB chopped cilantro
Stir/grind these together then add:
1 large firm avocado chopped into pieces
1-2 tomatoes
1 tsp. lime juice

Cafe Rio Recipes

If you're craving Cafe Rio but don't live near one...here are some recipes!

Cafe Rio Chicken
Put 2-3 chicken breasts in pan and pour some zesty italian or Newman's Caesar dressing on top, then sprinkle chili powder, cumin and garlic powder on top. I also added lime juice...
Cook at 375 for 50 min. if frozen or at 350 for 1 hour if fresh. Then when done, shred with forks and let sit in juices. (Or can use crock pot.)

Beans
1-2 cans of pinto beans or black beans and add some taco seasoning and water. Bring to boil and then take off heat.

Lemon-Lime Cilantro Rice
1 1/2 c. raw rice (Makes 3 cups cooked)
Cook rice and then add:
1/4 c. butter
1-2 TB lemon juice
1 TB lime juice
1/4-1/2 tsp. salt
2 TB chopped cilantro
**This rice is definitely to taste. So play around with it until you get the ratios you like!

Cafe Rio Dressing (thicker version so it's also good for dip)
1 pkt. Hidden Valley Ranch Mix
8 oz. Salsa Verde Green Salsa (La Victoria Brand)
1/2 bunch cilantro with stems
2 cloves garlic
3/4 c. mayo
3/4 c. sour cream
1/8 tsp. hot sauce
Mix in blender. If needed, thin with Buttermilk.
(Or just buy it for about the same price. ha ha)