Karla SalinariLatin & Caribbean Plant-Based Recipes

Summer

Cold Yuca Salad

Recipe, Side Dish, SummerAugust 23, 2023

Nutrition Tip: Yuca has a lower glycemic index compared to other starchy foods, meaning it can help regulate blood sugar levels and promote stable energy levels when consumed in appropriate portions and combined with other fiber-rich vegetables. Need more plant-based recipe ideas? I invite you to join my FREE Private Facebook Group! A group I created…

Plant-Based “Tuna” Salad Sandwich

Dessert, Favorites, Kid-Friendly, Recipe, Snacks, SummerJuly 7, 2021

If you love chickpeas (or garbanzo beans, same thing!) you’re going to love my Plant-Based “Tuna” Salad Sandwich. Chickpeas are rich in fiber, B vitamins and so versatile that when coarsely mashed, chickpeas make a great substitute for chicken or turkey. So, the next time you’re in the mood for a tuna sandwich but want to…

Is Chocolate Good For You?

Dessert, Favorites, Kid-Friendly, Recipe, Snacks, SummerJune 29, 2021

Chocolate is the only ingredient that is its very own food group. It’s powerfully comforting, creamy, and delicious. But is chocolate good for you? The answer is both yes and no. Chocolate has been used for centuries to treat bronchitis, fatigue, depression, memory loss, high blood pressure, poor eyesight, and more. It also helps release that feel-good…

A Recipe For Summer Squash Sauté

Recipe, Side Dish, SummerAugust 4, 2020

Summer squashes are high in vitamins A, B6, and C, folate, magnesium, and fiber! They are a powerhouse of nutrition and flavor. Summer squashes are available now and can be made into easy recipes the entire family can enjoy. Here’s a simple recipe for a Summer Squash Sauté made with fresh and simple ingredients. Enjoy! Summer…

Are peanuts good for you? (+ a delicious noodle recipe)

Dinner, Entrees, Favorites, Kid-Friendly, Recipe, SummerSeptember 6, 2019

Are peanuts good for you? The answer is yes and no. Here's what I found. I’ve spent time researching the topic and wanted to share it with you. I hope this information helps you understand what the controversy is all about so you're able to choose what works best for you and your family - enjoying…

10 Summer Salad Ideas

Dinner, Entrees, Favorites, Recipe, Seasonal Produce, SummerAugust 15, 2019

Here are 10 Summer Salad Ideas from around the web! Made with delicious summer produce like fragrant peaches, crunchy lettuce and mouth-watering watermelon, these salads will leave you feeling healthy, cool and satisfied all (or what's left of) summer. I refuse to accept that summer is almost over! So for the next couple of weeks,…

Seasonal Produce: Summer Guide

Dinner, Entrees, Favorites, Kid-Friendly, Recipe, Seasonal Produce, Snacks, SummerAugust 2, 2019

My Seasonal Produce: Summer Guide is a little late this year but better late than never, right? Similar to last season's Seasonal Produce: Spring Guide here's a list of delicious fruits and veggies available right now. Eating seasonally provides amazing health benefits and keeps costs down so make sure to take full advantage! Note: the…

Health Benefits Of Purple Potatoes

Dinner, Entrees, Recipe, SummerJune 7, 2019

Health Benefits Of Purple Potatoes plus the recipe for Mayo-less Purple Potato Salad. Made with cashews, Dijon mustard and fresh herbs, this dairy-free side dish is perfect for summer bbqs by the pool. Unlike white starchy potatoes which don’t offer much protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals and have a high glycemic index, their pretty cousin,…

Easy No Bake Cheesecake Recipe (Vegan + Gluten-Free)

Dessert, Favorites, Kid-Friendly, Recipe, Snacks, Spring, SummerApril 9, 2019

Easy No Bake Cheesecake Recipe! An authentic, raw, vegan, gluten-free cheesecake recipe made with soaked cashews plus other healthy ingredients. Hard to believe, I know. But trust me when I say it's so simple and deliciously satisfying you'll be making it over and over again. Why cashews? Let me explain. When soaked and blended, cashews create…