A taste of summer

About a week ago, I decided to give up diet coke for the rest of the month. This is pretty crazy for me since I practically live on diet coke. But it's been a week and I've resisted the overwhelming temptation to give up on this little exercise. A friend suggested adding lemon or lime to the water to give a little flavor and I've really enjoyed that. I've also tried adding others like a couple of cherries or a splash of orange juice. I like it because it just taste like summer.

I've also been trying to eat more fresh foods this season. This is something I put together last week which is likely to become a favorite summertime lunch. A piece of naan, brushed with a little olive oil, topped with sliced tomatoes and fresh mozzarella. Pop it in the oven for a few minutes then add a splash of balsamic vinegar. Yum.


Naan pizza before it goes into the oven.
I think I have tried naan in the past at an Indian restaurant, but I've never searched it out. I was planning on buying pita bread to make little pizzas, but when I spied the naan I decided to go with it instead. If I decided to use pita bread I would add some herbs, but the naan already has herbs in it.


Out of the oven, before adding the balsamic vinegar.
I've also tried it without the balsamic vinegar and it's good. But it's so much better with the vinegar. Just trust me on this one. It's also a little messier, but it's worth the trouble.