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You are here: Home / Weekend / South Of The Border

March 6, 2009

South Of The Border

It’s starting to feel HOT, HOT, HOT down here in the Carolinas! We’ve got 67* and climbing. And sun!

I went for a glorious run at 11:30. I ran for 60 minutes on the dot – door to door. I LOVED breaking a springtime sweat. My legs were just starting to get tired when I came home – I probably could have gone a few more miles, but an hour was enough for today.

For some reason the thought of a Taco Salad popped into my head and I got really excited about it in the shower when I thought about how many ingredients I had to put on it.

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Including some tortilla chips, jalapeno style!! At the Food Should Taste Good website, looks like you can get a $1 off coupon!

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These were delish. Corny with a hint of spice. And I loved the red color.

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We didn’t have any black beans so I opened a can of pinto beans – only to remember we had ground beef to use up in the fridge! D’oh!!! So I mixed them together. This was about 1 oz of beef, 1/4 cup pinto beans, 4 mini peppers and a cup of cabbage all cooked with cumin and chili powder. Toppings included 1/4 cup cheese, avocado, a big dollop of greek yogurt and a bed of baby spinach.

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With a seltzer. The taco salad was quite filling, but it’s almost an hour later and I’m already feeling a little empty. This could mean an earlier snack so hopefully I won’t spoil my dinner!

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I might go get my haircut. I’m undecided! It’s SO nice out that I’ve got my laptop near the patio door instead of typing at my desktop in the dark shadows.

Happy Friday!!

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  1. Courtney (The Hungry Yogini) says

    March 6, 2009 at 2:33 pm

    Mmmm taco salad. Me like.

    Enjoy your Friday!

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  2. Sarah (Tales of Expansion) says

    March 6, 2009 at 2:34 pm

    what a gorgeous salad! i’m keeping my fingers crossed for the forecasted spring temps here tomorrow 🙂
    great job on the run!

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  3. Moran says

    March 6, 2009 at 2:36 pm

    Happy Friday Kath!
    I can’t believe it has gotten so warm! I remember a picture of you with layers and gloves from a couple of days ago!

    Reply
  4. Juli (Peanut Butter and Juli) says

    March 6, 2009 at 2:37 pm

    Taco Salad with jalapeno chips? Yes please!

    Enjoy your beautiful Carolina day!

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  5. Kati says

    March 6, 2009 at 2:37 pm

    incredible photos- impressive display!!! my husband would love that meal; he’s a mexian food lover for sure! enjoy the SUN-SHINE :>

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  6. Missy (Missy Maintains) says

    March 6, 2009 at 2:38 pm

    Yum that looks amazing!! I think it is the huge avocado chunks! I am craving some Mexican!

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  7. tina says

    March 6, 2009 at 2:38 pm

    That is a GOOD looking salad! And those chips sound delicious!

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  8. VeggieGirl says

    March 6, 2009 at 2:39 pm

    The weather is even starting to warm up a bit here – go figure!!

    DAAAAMN what a salad – loaded with holy yum goodness!!

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  9. zestycook says

    March 6, 2009 at 2:39 pm

    Oh Yummy Kath – Both to the salad and the weather!!

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  10. Marisa (trim the fat) says

    March 6, 2009 at 2:40 pm

    Beautiful salad!!! Those chips look yummy!

    Looking forward to an outdoor run this weekend, too 🙂

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  11. bcgirl says

    March 6, 2009 at 2:46 pm

    Ooh, envious of the gorgeous weather and that yummy taco salad! Happy Friday!

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  12. joyful says

    March 6, 2009 at 2:51 pm

    Ooh that looks so good!

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  13. Michelle Hisae says

    March 6, 2009 at 2:53 pm

    Yum! Now I have a dinner idea! There aren’t many choices as far as Mexican food goes here in the Northeast like I’m used to (Southern CA), so I gotta recreate it at home sometimes.

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  14. Ellen says

    March 6, 2009 at 2:54 pm

    there’s something about spring that ALWAYS makes me crave mexican food! love it.

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  15. Megan says

    March 6, 2009 at 2:55 pm

    I’m loving the weather too!! I’m in Maryland and it’s 62 and sunny right now. And the best part is that it’s supposed to last through the weekend!! Your salad looks so yummy too!! I’m planning on spending as much time outside as I can get in this weekend!

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  16. Foodie (Fab and Delicious Food) says

    March 6, 2009 at 2:56 pm

    Awesome salad!

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  17. JENNA says

    March 6, 2009 at 2:59 pm

    I LOVE taco salads probably my favorite!! Enjoy the sunshine! 🙂

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  18. Allison K says

    March 6, 2009 at 3:11 pm

    yum..I love Mexican food.mmmm Spring, mexican food..now all you need is a margarita!

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  19. Tiffany says

    March 6, 2009 at 3:28 pm

    That DOES sound good and those chips look delish! Enjoy the sunny weather 🙂

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  20. Mel says

    March 6, 2009 at 3:28 pm

    I love taco salad! Thanks for the idea, I was totally wondering what to make for dinner tonight!

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  21. Natalie says

    March 6, 2009 at 3:34 pm

    Love the taco salad! I need to try those chips to!

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  22. WEEKLY BITE says

    March 6, 2009 at 3:41 pm

    Great looking salad!! We’re finally getting some good weather in DC too!

    WB

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  23. Sharon says

    March 6, 2009 at 3:52 pm

    Wow, love the color!

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  24. Sarah (lovINmytummy) says

    March 6, 2009 at 3:53 pm

    Those chips aren’t the only thing that’s corny around here. 😉

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  25. Danielle says

    March 6, 2009 at 4:06 pm

    It’s warm here too, not quite as warm, I wish i was able to soak up some sun but I am not near a window in my office, it’s killing me.
    Love your taco salad look so colorful and delicious!

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  26. Heather McD (Heather Eats Almond Butter) says

    March 6, 2009 at 4:23 pm

    Kath, you always manage to concoct some great meals in the shower! 🙂

    Lovely salad. I love anything Mexican!

    Have a good weekend, and enjoy the warm temps and sunshine.

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  27. Shelby says

    March 6, 2009 at 4:31 pm

    Amazing lunch Kath!

    And it’s 68* here too!!!

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  28. Biz says

    March 6, 2009 at 4:40 pm

    I definitely have to find those chips this weekend!!

    Glad its warming up by you – our weather today might actually melt the small pile of snow lingering at the end of my driveway.

    If it isn’t melted by the time I get home, I think I am going to pour boiling water over it!

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  29. Marissa says

    March 6, 2009 at 5:07 pm

    I like how your seltzer matches the color scheme of your lunch!

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  30. Marianne says

    March 6, 2009 at 6:00 pm

    Awesome taco salad 🙂 Add a little corn & some mango, and it would be over the top!

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  31. Cat says

    March 6, 2009 at 6:02 pm

    Hi Kath

    I read every single day (actually, Im on this site a lot throughout the day)

    I have a question for you. I sometimes get contacted by companies who want me to try their products, and I notice that you try a lot too. How do you know if you can trust them to send your home address? Someone contacted me today to try something, and I really want to, but I’m nervous about giving out my address?? Any tips on who you choose?

    Thanks
    Cat

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  32. Oh She Glows says

    March 6, 2009 at 6:19 pm

    GREAT looking lunch…I am craving a taco salad something fierce now!

    I know what you mean about blogging by the patio..I blogged outside today it was wonderful!

    have a great night!

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  33. Emily says

    March 6, 2009 at 6:26 pm

    Love the bright taco salad!

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  34. hk says

    March 6, 2009 at 6:31 pm

    FRIDAY dance! love your salad, yummy 🙂

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  35. Kath says

    March 6, 2009 at 7:01 pm

    Cat ,
    That’s a risk you have to take (and always lock your doors!). Not to say that fraud doesn’t happen, but I try to gauge by the professionalism of the email, signatures and email address. You could always get a PO box or have things sent to your workplace.

    K

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  36. K says

    March 6, 2009 at 7:03 pm

    I like that taco salad! I haven’t had one of those in SO LONG!

    It was 67F in MI too – we tied the record high today!

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  37. Ryane says

    March 6, 2009 at 7:30 pm

    Taco salads are an absolute fave of mine! I gave up chips (tortilla chips being the main point in this) for Lent… so I’ve been avoiding mexican food because I know it’ll be secondary nature to reach for the chips ahhh!

    Crazy jeal at your weather too!

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  38. Emily says

    March 6, 2009 at 7:32 pm

    You should work in sales. Those sweet potato chips looked SO GOOD yesterday, that I had to go ahead and buy them today. I was NOT disappointed. How do you get them to send this stuff straight to your door!?! That’s a good gig.

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  39. Cat says

    March 6, 2009 at 7:46 pm

    Thanks Kath!!!

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  40. Mara @ What's For Dinner? says

    March 6, 2009 at 7:49 pm

    GREAT looking salad!
    I’ve updated my recipes page on my site, I’d love it if you took a look and let me know what you think since you’re such a blogger authority!! Thanks!

    Reply
  41. Katie says

    March 6, 2009 at 8:14 pm

    It’s didn’t make it to 67 degrees in Ohio, but it’s MUCH warmer and absolutely beautiful. I’m glad you enjoyed your run.

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  42. Heather says

    March 6, 2009 at 9:08 pm

    Yum! I just had a Mexican dinner tonight as well… Soft-shell black bean taco.

    Wow! What crazy weather! You were just talking about the snow and now it’s 68*! It got to 45* here in Wisconsin. I can’t wait for spring to finally stay!

    I’m pretty new at this blog and I just wanted to say how inspiring you are Kath! I’m sure you’ve heard this all before, but it’s so refreshing to see a good example of how to eat healthy, but without being afraid to give into temptations every once in a while. I recently recovered from anorexia, so your blog is especially helpful for me to compare my own choices to and give me some good ideas of how to keep on track and have a comfortable relationship with food. Keep it up Kath! 😀

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  43. Kath says

    March 6, 2009 at 9:09 pm

    Thanks Heather !!

    K

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  44. Kristie says

    March 6, 2009 at 9:34 pm

    I am completely loving the warming up weather. YAY Spring!

    I love a good mexi meal. Your taco salad looks delicious!

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  45. Lauren says

    March 6, 2009 at 10:35 pm

    I love taco salads! I made mexican-style lasagna for dinner tonight – I just adore the flavors and ingredients of Mexican food.

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  46. maris says

    March 6, 2009 at 10:46 pm

    This looks so good! I bet the pinto beans and ground beef together were delicious. I want to make it!!

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  47. Caroline says

    March 6, 2009 at 11:29 pm

    OOh! Those chips look tasty and beautiful, to boot.

    Reply
  48. Leah says

    March 7, 2009 at 5:21 am

    I may just have to make this for my lunch today… it looks SO GOOD! I love the jalapeno flava!!

    Reply

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