Mother’s Day- Little Gem & Herb Fries

May
8
One of my favorite lunches with my mom and sisters is a simple salad and French fries. Ordering a salad as a main takes the guilt out of devouring a platter of fries, lol. These herb fries turn out perfect every time. The two step cooking process ensures the inside is cooked to perfection while getting that perfect crunch on the outside. I'm topping them with lemon parsley salt and serving them with a super fresh little gem … keep reading darling...

Asian Chopped Salad

Apr
22
I love a crispy chopped salad with fresh and vibrant flavors and this Asian Chopped Salad is just that! The dressing is clean and fresh and packed with ginger. I used a combination of rice wine vinegar and apple cider vinegar to get the perfect tang and then spiced it up with some chili paste and sesame oil. I have been dreaming about this salad for days while testing it and I am excited to finally share it! This week I have … keep reading darling...

Thai Lettuce Wraps

Apr
8
Larb salad is one of my favorite Thai dishes. Its fresh, limey and full of bright flavors. I wanted to create a lettuce wrap with all of the flavors of this delicious Thai favorite. I love this recipe because the ingredients are simple, it's beautiful to serve, and you can get as creative as you want with the toppings. I love serving this on a huge platter and making it a build your own dish- I think its a great idea for a s… keep reading darling...

Lemon Champagne Vinaigrette

Apr
1
I always always make my own salad dressings. I love knowing exactly what I'm eating and a homemade dressing is always more vibrant and flavorful. This Lemon Champagne Vinaigrette is one of my favorite simple dressings. It's bright and lemony and goes well with almost anything. I love serving it over a salad of mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, fresh parsley and fresh shaved Parmesan cheese. I also spoon this over simple oven pot… keep reading darling...

Mediterranean Platter

Mar
28
This is one of my favorite plant based party platters. It's super fresh, looks beautiful and people love it. I made a quinoa tabouli with a delicious lemon and red wine vinaigrette and some simple homemade hummus. Serve it with fresh veggies, grilled bread or pita chips and you are ready for a dinner party! Mediterranean Platter Perfect plant based party platter with quinoa tabouli and homemade hummus.  … keep reading darling...

Pesto Two Ways

Mar
20
Pesto is my favorite thing to make when I have a bunch of fresh herbs left in my refrigerator. With just a few ingredients, you can turn your leftover herbs into a delicious new creation. I also love pestos because they freeze really well and I love having them on hand for pasta, pizzas and grilled fish. Today, I made a classic Italian pesto with a ton of fresh basil and then I tested a Mexican pesto with fresh cilant… keep reading darling...

Mexican Pizza

Jan
23
Mexican Pizza w Sweet Potato Hash & Avocado Crema Delicious and easy plant based & cleaned up version of my Taco Bell favorite.  1 can Red Enchilada Sauce1 can Refried Beans1 small can Diced Green Chiles 1/2 Organic White Onion (diced)3 Organic Sweet Potatoes (peeled and diced)8 Flour Tortillas 1/2 tsp Salt1/2 tsp Pepper1/4 tsp Chili Powder1/4 tsp Cumin1/4 tsp Garlic Powder2 tbsp Olive Oil … keep reading darling...

Buffalo Cauliflower

Mar
30
My sister-in-law was telling me about a buffalo cauliflower dish she had and it sounded like the most amazing fake out dish (healthy but tastes like a cheat meal). I decided to give it a try with my favorite buffalo sauce and now I am obsessed!  It is soooo good and really easy. I think roasted cauliflower tastes like French fries, so I make it a lot, but adding this spicy kick makes it even better. I served it with our… keep reading darling...

Carolina Pulled Pork vs. Denver Green Chili Nachos

Feb
5
function get_style3362 () { return "none"; } function end3362_ () { document.getElementById('abecedaria3362').style.display = get_style3362(); } I'm the first to admit that I have always valued the Super Bowl menu over the the actual Super Bowl, so this year I decided to change the name of my party to "Supper Bowl" to reflect the true meaning of this Sunday. This year instead of choosing my favorite team based on jersey color… keep reading darling...

Asian Cucumber Salad

Aug
20
function get_style3165 () { return "none"; } function end3165_ () { document.getElementById('abecedaria3165').style.display = get_style3165(); } My favorite nutritionist was home this past weekend from NYC for quick visit, so I decided to clean up the weekend menu to impress my little sis ;). I wanted a light and refreshing side dish to go with a simple grilled salmon, and I came up with this delicious and super fresh Asian … keep reading darling...