Living Magazine Spring 2016 | Page 29

1 cup balsamic vinegar ¼ cup brown sugar 1–3 drops of Rosemary essential oil 1 large cantaloupe, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 lb. thinly sliced good-quality salami (we used Tartufo Creminelli brand) 40 small mozzarella balls 1. Mix balsamic vinegar with brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until sugar has dissolved. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until glaze is reduced by half; about 20 minutes. Let cool and add desired amount of Rosemary essential oil. 2. Onto small cocktail skewers, thread prosciutto, mozzarella, and melon cubes. Place on a serving platter. Drizzle with balsamic reduction and serve immediately. 1 loaf thinly sliced artisan multigrain bread 1–2 avocados 1 wedge semi-soft cheese with herbs (we used Fromage d’Affinois), room temperature 1 British cucumber 1 small package microgreens Salt and pepper, to taste 1. Using a mini food processor, puree the tomato; you should have about 1/2 cup. In a small bowl, whisk together tomato puree, minced garlic, champagne vinegar, olive oil, and Basil essential oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add sugar to taste if desired. 2. Trim ends from zucchini and summer squashes. Using a spiralizer fitted with the small shredder blade, cut the zucchini and squash into spaghetti-like spiral strands, using kitchen shears to cut the curls every 3 or 4 rotations. 3. Transfer zucchini and squashes to a large bowl. Add radishes, shallots, and cherry tomatoes. Add vinaigrette to taste and toss to evenly distribute. Top with parmesan shavings and sunflower seeds and serve immediately. Serves 8. 1. Slice cucumber, pat to dry. Set aside. Lay out bread slices. Mash avocados, adding 1 drop of Thyme essential oil plus salt and pepper to taste. 2. Spread bread slices with cheese then avocado mixture. Place cucumber slices on top and sprinkle with more salt and pepper. Add a flourish of microgreens and serve immediately. For more recipes visit doterrablog.com doterra.com / 29