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May 13, 2008  | Share Tapas Dishes with Family and Friends
Tapas are a flavorful, Spanish culinary tradition consisting of mini portions of regional cuisine served on small plates, allowing sharing and tasting of many delicious dishes. Healthful and easy to prepare, many favorite tapas offer rich flavors and bright colors that are sure to be a hit among family and friends. Experiment with the various textures, flavors and combinations of Mealtime.org's innovative tapas recipes for a unique dinner party or an exotic family meal. |
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This traditional cold soup is eaten widely throughout Spain and offers a perfect way to get more vegetables into your daily meals and snacks. Besides its vitamin-A-rich canned tomato juice and tomatoes, this gazpacho features smooth avocado, bell pepper, cucumber, olives and an abundance of herbs with an apple-cider vinegar that gives it a splash of flavor.
 |  | | Banderillas
Banderillas, a form of Spanish tapas, are named after the barbed darts used during bullfights. But no need to fear - this recipe is safe, easy to assemble and can be made more colorful by varying the recipe with the addition of banana peppers, green olives, artichokes and pepperoncini (Tuscan peppers). Open a can, skewer the ingredients onto a toothpick and impress your guests with an authentic Spanish appetizer!
| | | Garbanzos con Cebolla
This tapas dish, made with nutritious garbanzos and lycopene-packed canned tomatoes, combines flavor with nutrition and takes less than 10 minutes to prepare! Canned garbanzos pack a powerful punch, serving as a good source of protein and iron, and an excellent source of fiber, with thiamine and potassium, too.
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