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Here are some very Summer-y dishes sure to please and low in carbs!

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Asparagus Tomato Salad

1 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces 4 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges 3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms 1 medium green pepper, julienned 1/4 cup light olive oil 2 Tablespoons cider vinegar 1 garlic clove, minced 1 teaspoon dried tarragon 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce Cook asparagus in a small amount of water until crisp-tender, about 3 to 4 minutes; drain and rinse with cold water. Place in a large bowl; add the tomatoes, mushrooms, and green peppers. In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients; mix well. Pour over vegetable mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight. Makes 8 servings — 1.9 gram of carbohydrate per serving.

Refreshing Rhubarb Salad

4 cups diced fresh or frozen rhubarb 1 1/2 cups water 1/2 cup Splenda 1 package (6 oz) Sugarfree Strawberry gelatin 1 cup sugarfree orange soda (or prepared Ket-OJ) 1 teaspoon grated orange peel 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries Mayonnaise, fresh mint, and additional strawberries (optional) In a saucepan over medium heat, bring the rhubarb, water, and Splenda to a boil. Cook uncovered until rhubarb is tender, about 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in gelatin until dissolved. Add orange soda (or prepared Ket-OJ), and orange peel. Mix well. Chill until mixture begins to thicken. Fold in strawberries. Pour into a 2-quart bowl; chill until set. If desired, garnish with a dollop of mayonnaise, mint, and strawberries. Makes 10 servings — 7.8 grams of carbohydrate per serving.

Crustless Swiss Quiche

1/2 cup butter 1/4 cup vital wheat gluten 1/4 cup oat flour 1 cup cream 1/2 cup water 2 1/2 cups cottage cheese 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 9 eggs 2 packages (one 8-oz; one 3-oz) cream cheese, softened 3 cups shredded swiss cheese 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese In small bowl, mix vital wheat gluten and oat flour until well blended. Set aside. Melt butter in a medium saucepan. Stir in flours (pre-mixed), and cook and stir until bubbly. Gradually add cream and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sauce begins to thicken. Remove from heat; set aside to cool (about 15 to 20 minutes.) Meanwhile, combine cottage cheese, baking powder, salt, and mustard; set aside. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs. Slowly add cream cheese, cottage cheese mixture, and cream sauce. Fold in Swiss and Parmesan cheeses. Pour into two greased 10-inch pie plates. Bake at 350°F for 40 minutes or until puffed and lightly browned. Serve immediately. Makes 16 servings — 4 grams carbohydrate per serving.

Tex-Mex Green Bean Salad

1 pound fresh green beans 1 teaspoon salt 2 Tablespoons olive oil 2 Tablespoons lemon juice 2 Tablespoons sliced green onions 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon pepper Lettuce leaves Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese Place the beans and salt in a saucepan; add a small amount of water. Cover and cook for 6 to 7 minutes or until crisp-tender. Rinse in cold water; drain. In a bowl, combine oil, lemon juice, onions, pepper, and cumin. Add beans and toss to coat. Serve on a bed of lettuce. Sprinkle with cheese as desired. Makes 6 servings — 5.2 grams of carbohydrate per serving.

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