Gluten-Free Serves 1

• 1 head organic broccoli, cut into florets
• 1 avocado, peeled and pitted
• 1/2 medium red onion, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 cup parsley, finely chopped
• 2 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/2 cup macadamia nuts
• 2 tsp. sesame seeds
• 1/4 tsp. sea salt
• pinch of chili powder
• 2 slices Rudi’s Gluten-Free Multi-Grain Bread, toasted
• 1 small tomato, sliced

Directions

1. In a medium pot, steam broccoli florets with 1 cup of water for 5 minutes or until soft.
2. Combine steamed broccoli with remaining ingredients in a food processor; pulse until mixture forms a creamy consistency.  Transfer to a serving bowl. Serve warm spread atop a slice of toasted Rudi’s Gluten-Free Multi-Grain bread; top with sliced tomatoes.
3. Enjoy

Amie Valpone, HHC, AADP is a Manhattan-based culinary marketing consultant specializing in gluten-free “clean” eating. Her experience as a marketing consultant spans the hotel, spa, restaurant and FMG sectors, where she creates menus, develops marketing and publicity efforts, and builds brand awareness for her clients. Amie is also a culinary nutritionist, spending time with clients as a Food Allergy Concierge and Pantry Stylist in the big apple of Manhattan. http://thehealthyapple.com/