Two Memorial Day Summer Treats

C'mon summer you got this. 

Last week it was so cold I took out my down filled coat cursing under my breath. I hate complaining about the weather but this spring has been...lackluster to say the least. What cures the "spring that's really like winter continued" blues?

Kabobs on the grill 

and

Strawberry Avocado Salsa

of course! Duh.

Kabobs. This is fairly self explanatory...I have posted mostly for inspiration and to entice summer to make it's appearance in Jersey.

Marinade meat and seafood for at least two hours before grilling. 

HERE ARE SOME AWESOME IDEAS

Once fully marinated skewer veggies on sticks (that have been soaking on water), baste with oil and vinegar, salt and pepper to taste and slap them on the grill. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces.

Strawberry Avocado Salsa

This is soooo delicious and sooooo refreshing and sooooo easy to make.

INGREDIENTS
2 cups strawberries, stemmed and diced
1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and diced
1/4 cup red onion, diced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
3 Tbsp. lime juice
1 tsp. agave nectar
salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS
1. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Toss gently, season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve.

Serves 4.

(Adapted from Cooking Light)

Happy memorial day!! Hope everyone had a great time grilling their own treats while remembering our nation's military.