Every culture has their staple dishes and their version of “comfort food”. And in many cultures this dish is Mujadara.
Put simply, Mujadara is a lentil and rice dish with spices, caramelized onions and herbs. It’s often served with lemon and sometimes topped with yogurt. Continue Reading
If you can’t take the heat, get out of the kitchen. But if you can, this recipe for Charred Chile Fajitas might just be your new favorite way to do Taco Tuesday.
I say “Taco Tuesday”, because these are sort of a hybrid between tacos (with all the yummy fillings and salsa), and fajitas with the sautéed peppers.
If you are stuck in a recipe rut then it’s time to mix it up (literally!) with this Spicy Vegan Bibimbap. I say “mix it up”, because this is what bibimbap means.
Bibim = mixed, and bap = rice. Oh, and it’s pronounced bee-bim-bap, in case you are curious. Continue Reading
Calling all fans of pesto, this summery recipe for Zoodles with Basil Almond Pesto might just be your new favorite healthy “pasta” recipe. It’s raw, vegan, and a breeze to make when it’s too hot to turn on the oven.
These Picnic Sandwiches with Whipped Avocado are the perfect thing to take on your next trip to the park, beach or mountains. They are even great to serve for a party.
This recipe for Penne Pasta with Punchy Pistachio Pesto is a bit of a tongue twister and definitely a mouthful of deliciousness. I call the pesto “punchy” because, like the true definition of the word punchy, this sauce is zesty and vibrant. Continue Reading
Tostadas are crisp fried corn tortillas with various toppings. Kind of like a large tortilla “chip”. They are the perfect dish for an appetizer or main dish and are super versatile in terms of variations.
I made two vegan and gluten-free versions here, and offer suggestions for other toppings and combos.
Looking for a healthy Mexican dish that is full of flavor but won’t weigh you down? If you are saying “si señorita” then I have just the recipe for you! Continue Reading
This recipe for Spring Salad with Quinoa and Herbed Avocado is the perfect springtime dish. It has fresh and crunchy seasonal spring vegetables, black quinoa, a creamy herbed avocado mash, and a lemon-herb vinaigrette. Continue Reading
This seasonal inspired Spring Pasta Primavera is putting a spring in my step. Its light and fresh flavors are perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner. Continue Reading
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