Karla SalinariLatin & Caribbean Plant-Based Recipes

Tag: Salad

Bok Choy Recipe Ideas

Recipe, Side DishMay 26, 2020

Bok choy, or Chinese white cabbage, belongs to the cruciferous family of vegetables. First cultivated in China thousands of years ago, it is now available all over the world. Other cruciferous vegetables include kale, broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, collard greens, rutabaga, and turnips. These are high in fiber which feeds healthy gut bacteria and…

Go Beyond the Salad and Give These Veggies a Try!

Recipe, Side DishMay 5, 2020

When you think about healthy eating, salads and green vegetables usually come to mind. But how about adding a little more variety to your plan? Roots like carrots, sweet potatoes, and turnips, are a rich source of nutritious complex carbohydrates. Instead of upsetting blood sugar levels like refined sweet foods do, they help regulate…

Have You Cooked With Red Kale?

Recipe, Seasonal Produce, UncategorizedMarch 20, 2020

Red kale, sometimes called "scarlet kale" and "red Russian kale" is almost identical to curly kale, except in appearance. Massage gently and mix it into salads that already have greens in them. And you can never go wrong sautéing it in garlic and avocado oil. Before serving squeeze fresh lemon juice, drizzle with fresh olive oil,…

Roasted Delicata Squash Salad with Tahini Dressing

Entrees, Favorites, Recipe, SnacksFebruary 23, 2018

Here’s a healthy and satisfying salad that is easy to prepare. The full flavor and natural sweetness of the delicata squash compliment the tangy-ness of the tahini dressing. Think sweet and savory, YUM! So delicious, I promise you’ll make it more than once. Ingredients 8 cups young spinach 1-2 tablespoons dairy-free ricotta “cheese” (I…