Spring Bird Nest

Bird Nest Decor Made From Random Findings

I was putting away my Easter decorations and just didn't want to put away this cute little bird.

So I grabbed some Spanish moss to make a nest.  Then I found a sprig of miniature eggs.  I cut the eggs off, put it all together and created a quick little spring decor!

I used a metallic candle plate that I had to hold it all together.  It's a cute little addition to the fireplace that cost $0 by using things I already had.

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Cumin Chickpea Salad

As I've mentioned before I'm not a fan of leafy things...unless it's blended up in a spinach smoothie! I do like making my own salad dressings though.  So why does a salad dressing need to go on a leafy salad?  I suppose it doesn't!  Who made that rule anyway?

For lunch the other day I opened my refrigerator and my pantry...gave it some thought and whipped together a Cumin Chickpea Salad.

Ingredients

2 Cucumber - English (little)
1 can Chickpeas
1/2 C chopped Red onion
1 Avocado

Dressing
Olive Oil 4 Tblsp
Rice Vinegar 3 Tblsp
Lime Juice 1 Tblsp
Cumin 1 Tsp

First chop up some little English Cucumbers.

Then toss that on top of your drained chickpeas.

Add some chopped red onion (amount depends on your tastes...I like onion!)

Avocado is the last ingredient to add.  (If you are going to save leftovers, I would recommend adding the avocado individually so that you do not have to worry about it setting in the refrigerator...this recipe made 2 lunches for me.)

Toss with the dressing and serve!  

I really enjoyed the mix of flavors...it was punchy, tangy and sweet! 

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