Granola is a nutritious and filling cereal made of oats, seeds, and nuts and sweetened with maple syrup, honey or coconut palm sugar. However, some store bought varieties can be packed with processed sugar and industry oils which can be harmful to your health. When buying granola be sure to read labels, choosing brands with whole ingredients…
Here’s another delicious recipe using yuca (also known as cassava). This Yuca Salad can be enjoyed warm or as a cold side dish but more importantly, Yuca Salad is a great source of vitamins and nutrients that protect our health by supporting immune function. I hope you enjoy making this recipe as much as we…
Shiitake mushrooms are one of the most popular mushrooms in the world. They’re known for their delicious taste and powerful health benefits. They also make delicious plant-based “bacon” and that’s because mushrooms soak up a lot of flavors. Try adding these yummy plant-based shiitake “bacon” strips to vegan omelets, pizzas, over salads, anything goes! Health…
Homemade salad dressings are easy to make at home. It’s also cost effective but more importantly it allows you to control the quality of the ingredients that go into the salad dressing unlike store bought options which can be loaded with industry oils, added color and sugar plus other additives that can be harmful to…
Yuca is another delicious root veggie you can add to your meals for variety and extra nutrients! It can be boiled, fried and baked and enjoyed as a side dish or snack. Yuca con Mojo (or Yuca with Garlic Sauce) is a popular Latin dish that pairs boiled yuca with the bright flavors of citrus…
Traditional Shepard's Pie is made with minced meat and dairy. However, this version of Sweet Potato Shepard's Pie uses a wide variety of vegetables like lentils, mushrooms, and peppers making it a healthy plant-based alternative plus I added Latin flavors for an extra kick.
Nutrition Tip: Sweet potatoes come in a variety of sizes and colors — orange,…
DIY Taco Seasoning made without packaged preservatives and artificial ingredients. Here's how you can make it at home with a few pantry ingredients and keep it on hand for when Taco Tuesdays roll around!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ DIY Taco Seasoning Ingredients ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 2 tablespoons red pepper flakes⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 2 tablespoons cumin⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 1 tablespoon smoked paprika⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 2 tablespoons salt⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 1…
A plant-based diet consists of food that is whole, unprocessed, and sourced from plants. Adding just a few plant-based meals to your menu every week can be great for your health. The benefits of implementing a more plant-based diet are backed by some impressive science. Eating more fruits and veggies is linked with heart health,…
Happy Holidays to you and your family!! Here’s a delicious plant-based version of a popular Puerto Rican dish we like to enjoy during the holidays, Arroz con Gandules or Rice with Pigeon Peas. I shared a video on how to make it on INSTAGRAM . Arroz con Gandules is one of my favorite holiday dishes,…
Sofrito is the secret ingredient in many Latin Caribbean dishes especially Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic. It’s an aromatic puree made of bell peppers, cilantro, garlic, and onion. Sofrito is the first thing to go into the pan or pot and can be sautéed to bring out its beautiful flavors.
You can make Sofrito…