Colorful and bright, this fresh vegan salad has all your favorite Mexican flavors. It makes a stunning presentation when served in a glass bowl, making it a great addition to your next Mexican themed gathering. Another one of my recipes I think you would enjoy papas picosas (spicy potato tacos) This salad is fresh and bright and…
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I stopped in my tracks when I spotted some of the most beautiful strawberries at Whole Foods the other day. They were enormous and perfectly ripened. I thought for sure they were conventionally grown by the size, and to my surprise, they were organic. It was just a few days until Mother’s day, so that gave me…
vegan mac-n-cheeze with shiitake bacon
It’s raining today In Los Angeles which is a rare occurrence but a much-needed one. When it’s raining and cold, I’m always in the mood for something warm and comforting. I have made many versions of vegan Mac over the years, but this one is the quickest and easiest to make in my opinion. So…
lemony pea spread on pita chips
I just discovered preserved lemons about a year ago, when I was reading Gourmet Food magazine. In the article, they were being used in a chicken recipe. Since chicken recipes are not my jam, I started thinking of ways to use them in my plant-based recipes. So I ordered a jar off Amazon. When they…
Spinach dal (pressure cooker recipe) {Video}
Ok, you will seriously love this recipe, if you like Indian food at all. I could eat this everyday, literally. If my husband didn’t like a little variety from time to time, I probably would. I make this in my Instant Pot which makes this recipe a quick and satisfying meal. When I am working long hours…
Simple Indian Samosas {video}
Yum! That’s all I have to say. I love all things about Indian food. The flavors, the textures, the spices. They all agree with my palette, and I could eat Indian food everyday. This is an easy recipe that really doesn’t take that long. Once you purchase a few of the key ingredients to make…
INDIAN CUCUMBER TOMATO ONION SALAD (KACHUMBER SALAD)
Kachumber is the pico de gallo of Indian food. A simple chopped salad made with cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lemon juice, a few spices and salt. It makes the perfect cooling side dish for any meal. Pair it with Indian curries and dals or make a huge bowl of it and eat it with hummus…