Posts Tagged ‘cilantro’
Cilantro Lime Rice with Smokey Black Beans & Avocado Crema
I think you’re going to go nuts over this ridiculously nutritious bowl. First, there’s the fluffy cilantro lime rice with all its glorious qualities. Next, we’ve got fiber packed black beans, simmered with just the right amount of smoked paprika and chipotle. Then comes the creamy, delicious lime studded avocado crema which is the key…
Read MoreMoroccan Chickpea Carrot Salad with Pistachios
There are a few reasons I love adore this carrot salad. First, it’s absolutely delicious. The tart lime dressing, spiced by cumin & turmeric, takes a plain carrot salad and turns it into a dish worth getting excited about. The dates are sweet, the pistachios are salty. The whole package is an amazing combination. Forget…
Read MoreSweet Potato & Black Bean Quesadillas with Lime Crema
Can any of you relate to that weeknight rush where you neglected to plan dinner properly and have to scramble at the last minute? Over the years, I have slowly built up my roster of easy, last-minute meals that everyone in my family will eat. Now, if you’re thinking that these quesadillas look far too fabulous…
Read MoreQuinoa and Black Bean Stew
It’s the perfect fuss-free weekday dinner, but it’s still impressive enough to serve at a casual dinner party. There are a million versions of quinoa soup, but this incarnation is definitely the crème de la crème. It’s spicy and comforting, and squeezing a little lime juice on top right before serving gives it some zip…
Read MoreSriracha Roasted Chickpeas
Holy smokes. I eat a lot of chickpeas. Here’s my favorite new way to eat these delectable little legumes. Roast them up with sriracha sauce and a bit of curry powder until they’re nice + crunchy. Tell me, do you think they put some crazy illegal substance in sriracha to keep you coming back for…
Read MoreSweet Potato & Black Bean Tacos
It is no secret in my house that I have an infatuation with tacos. I could eat them for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Yum. But let me shoot you straight. There are really only two reasons why I love tacos. First, they remind me of my years spent in San Diego where a good fish…
Read MorePineapple Cilantro Mango Detox Smoothie
Pineapple Cilantro Mango Detox Smoothie {makes 2 servings} 1/3 cup cilantro, fresh 2 cups spinach, fresh 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen mango 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen pineapple ½ avocado, peeled and pit removed 2 cups water Blend spinach and cilantro with the water. Add fruit and blend until smooth. Did you know……
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