"Peach of a Pear": Great Guacamole

This great tasting guacamole is spicy and tart-- a perfect combination of juicy peach and buttery avocado pears. Pumpkin seeds, packed with zinc and protein, pump up the nutritional profile of this delicious dish. Just the right combination of spices, red pepper and herbs make "Peach of a Pair" guacamole a wonderful party spread, or a healthy addition to a light lunch. It's tasty enough to pile on crackers or mini-muffins for an appetizing afternoon snack. 

 You'll need: 2 ripe avocados; 1 ripe peach; 2 tablespoons of lime juice; 1/4 teaspoon Himalayan salt crystals; 1/4 cup soaked raw pumpkin seeds; 1 large handful of parsley leaves; 1 small handful of Cuban oregano; 1 'cherry bomb' hot red pepper, chopped; 1 tablespoon fruity olive oil; 2 teaspoons cumin powder; 1 teaspoon coriander powder; 1/2 teaspoon allspice. Garnish: finely chopped fresh chives; spritz of lime juice.

Method: Wash peach and rub fuzz from skin. Cut in half and remove stone. Dice into small pieces. Cut avocados in half and remove pits. Scoop fruit from shells into a medium bowl, and mash well with the back of a fork. Add peach bits, lime juice and salt, and combine. Cover with a lid or plastic wrap.

In a food processor, grind pumpkin seeds, parsley leaves, Cuban oregano, cherry bomb red pepper, cumin, coriander and allspice until thoroughly combined. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and process to a smooth consistency. Taste for seasoning. Add this mixture to the avocado-peach and mix until just blended. Top guacamole with minced chives, and spritz with fresh lime juice. Cover and refrigerate until serving time.

Serving suggestions:  Put this guac on a taco, or in a pita stuffed with salad. Turn "Peach of a Pear" guacamole into a flavourful dip for crunchy fresh veggies, or spread on snack crackers. It's also fun to eat with crisp bread sticks, or mini corn muffins.  

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