The Lush Chef

Libations used: 1 Tbs tequila
Libations left over: Margaritas, anyone?
Two words - 96 degrees.  For all the lushes heading out to the desert this coming weekend for Coachella, it won't be the 100's, but it's still going to be HOT.  In that kind of weather, there's nothing I want more than cool salads and libations - so of course, I'm mixing the two!  I've found in the past, that eating options on the polo grounds and at all those crazy pool parties are not the most healthful of offerings.  If you're staying in a house, you also want something quick, cheap and easy to prepare for large groups of hungry revelers.  The flavors of this salad fit the mood of the desert, but the colors really pop.

Coachella Corn Salad with Tequila Lime Dressing - serves 4

• 1 cup canned corn
• 1 cup edamame
• 12 cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 avocados, cubed 
• 1 Tbs minced cilantro

Dressing:

• Juice of lime 
• 1 Tbs tequila
• 1/2 tsp white wine vinegar
• 1 1/2 Tbs olive oil
• 2 pinches cumin
• 2 pinches cayenne

- Whisk together all those dressing ingredients, and toss it in a bowl with the veggies.
- Done.
- Now go party like an indie rockstar.