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Don't Need Much Money is exactly what it sounds like: a site about needing less, so you have more. More time. More freedom. More room to actually live. The idea is simple. The less money you need to survive, the more time you have to thrive. Lower your living costs, live a healthy lifestyle focused on longevity and mobility, stay out of debt, and build a little savings, and you buy yourself something far more valuable than money: time. Time to do what you actually love, spend with people you care about, and put toward things that matter. This site is my own real life running that experiment. Most of what you'll find here are recipes and day-to-day habits. They aren't filler posts, it's intentional. Cooking from scratch, buying smart, wasting less, eating well, and staying healhty, fit, and limber all without spending much are some of the most direct ways I practice this philosophy day to day. This blog doubles as my own recipe box and exercise notes, and I share it b...

Avocado Cucumber Red Pepper Salsa

I have another fresh ingredients salsa recipe to share. This one features the creaminess of avocado, the coolness of cucumber, and the brightness of red peppers. It's a fantastic combination. Be sure to give this one a try at home with your family or as your next party side dish.

Ingredients

  • 1 cucumber diced (about 2.5 cups) - remove the skin and seeds if preferred
  • 1 red bell pepper (about 1.5 cups)
  • 1/2 cup chopped red onion (soaked to reduce sharpness)
  • 1 large avocado or 2 medium ones, diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (about half a bunch)
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Directions
  • Dice all the vegetable ingredients and add to a bowl.
  • Add the cilantro, lime juice, and salt and stir until combined.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Serve with thick corn chips or any chip substitute.

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