Mains

Do you know that asparagus is a member of the lily family? Asparagus has a unique taste and it now belongs to the family of Asparagaceae.  It’s an excellent source of vitamin K, folate, copper, selenium, vitamin B, vitamin B2, vitamin C and vitamin E. Although it makes your pee smell there are plenty of reasons…

I’d say this is my favorite appetizer ever. No need to go to Hooters or your next door bar to order your favorite loaded nacho cheese. Unless you want to see your favorite server in short skirt hehe! Anyway, love cauliflower, it’s becoming more and more popular with its versatility for vegan dishes. Cauliflower is…

If you’re looking for a plant-based recipe and you’re watching your grain intake, this is a perfect recipe for you. These Veggie Fajitas are full of flavor, quick and easy dinner recipe. Red bell peppers are high in vitamin C, a great source of vitamin B6  and folate. Due to its red color, bell peppers…

I was never a big fan of mayo, but weeks ago when I was browsing on Thrive Market searching for my honest to goodness products I discover this vegan coconut mayo. So, today I decided to make this creamy potato salad with this coconut mayo. You know me, love anything with coconut – the nutty taste…

From the garden to the dinner table. This year is our first time planting vegetables in our backyard. I’d say we did pretty good! Sure it takes time to plant, nails and hands are definitely going to be dirty but a good harvest makes everything worth while. I’m still waiting for my tomatoes to ripen,…

Perfect Summer wrap, no cooking – just chopping! I was at the Farmers Market last weekend, totally went crazy buying those bright colored bell peppers and fresh cucumbers. These veggies are the perfect pair with fresh cilantro and mint leaves. I kinda thought of Vietnamese spring rolls but instead of the rice wrap, I used…

The amazing cauliflower! According to Dr. Mercola “Cauliflower is a member of the cruciferous family of vegetables, often overshadowed by its green cousin broccoli. This is one vegetable that deserves a regular rotation in your diet, however, as it contains an impressive array of nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other phytochemicals”. This recipe is…

Eggplant tastes best when roasted or grilled. So I decided to grill them first then added them to the mushrooms with simple marinara sauce. Baby Bella mushrooms are my favorite kind because they render a very earthy taste and the texture is perfect for simmering. This vegan dish is full of flavor, great with a side…

Not so typical Caprese Salad but close. I used “Zima” orange grape tomatoes and I added cilantro for my dressing. I also added some red onions – so, now you can see how this recipe is “not” so typical Caprese salad. But don’t worry you’ll still get your favorite cheese (mozzarella) and balsamic vinegar. I love…

I find that these little tri-color potatoes are more flavorful than the normal potatoes. If you cannot find them in your local grocery store just use the regular potatoes and cut them into 1 1/2-inch size pieces. Potatoes are loaded with essential vitamins like Vitamin B6, high in fiber with the skin, iron, and potassium. So…