Taste buds bored to tears? Here are ten unusual food pairings that will wake up your week. Several of my readers have written me lately with really interesting, unusual and fresh food combinations, so if you need to shake up your menu, don’t miss these tips.

As a bonus, they’re all fresh, low-carb and loaded with antioxidants.

10. Tomato “Toast”

Tired of toast? Want to reduce the carbs in your diet? Yes, you do. Slice up beefsteak or large heirloom tomatoes, top with cheese of choice, and pop them into the toaster oven. Not recommended for a vertical toaster.

9. Eggs topped with Cashew Butter

Thanks for the Omega-3-friendly tip, Donna!

8. Sliced Grapefruit, Mango and Avocado

Our editor, Sara, swears by this combo.

Uncommon Muse Flickr Photo

7. Green Olives in Scrambled Eggs

Toss out the salt and try this flavorful mix instead.

6. Strawberries and Asparagus

This was one of the strangest combinations I’d ever heard, but reader Nickie insisted I had to try it. I steamed the asparagus, let it cool, then sliced up the spears and tossed with olive oil and halved berries. Garnish with a little black pepper, and prepare to eat the entire bowl in one sitting.

Maruchan313’s Flickr Photo

5. Goat Cheese and Blueberries

A lot more interesting than yogurt.

4. Sliced Jalapenos and Cottage Cheese

The healthy person’s answer to those awful fried jalapeno poppers. Thanks, Anne.

Thomas Hawk Flickr Photo

3. Mango and Cucumbers

Sliced up and mixed together, this is light and refreshing.

2. Tuna Salad with Green Apples

I buy the Omega-3 mayonnaise and use it sparingly. Add in lots of chunks of green apple and a big dash of nutmeg. Good stuff.

1. What’s your favorite food combination that surprises people?

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