We often eat Mexican dishes in our home and I am always looking for creative side dishes that compliment these spicier main dishes. This cilantro lime coleslaw does the trick. It is refreshing and has a touch of sweet that helps cool off a spicy main dish. This is a rare coleslaw that does NOT …
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I am always creating trying out new quinoa recipes. Some never make it to the point of me raving about them because they just aren’t that good. Today I made toasted almond quinoa salad and I am ready to share away because it was GOOD! If you have read any of my posts before you …
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My husband loves scallops. It is nearing time for him to travel for work again so I have been whipping up meals that he especially will enjoy. This week I made Asian toasted quinoa salad using scallops. This dish is very versatile you can easily substitute shrimp or chicken and if you desire a vegetarian …
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I have been trying out various veggie meatball recipes since I quit eating meat. Months ago, I pinned a quinoa and sweet potato meatball recipe that I found over at Peachy Nutrition. I often Pin and forget on Pinterest but this veggie meatball dish kept popping into my head. I could not stop thinking about …
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If you are looking for a quick, easy, and delicious quinoa recipe, this one is for you! Even if you weren’t looking and simply stumbled upon this recipe I promise that you will not be disappointed. I serve spicy quinoa and corn salad as a main dish most of the time. It is also compliments …
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Welcome to the Festival of Food Carnival. In celebration of Valentine’s Day, we’re sharing recipe ideas for “love foods” or foods to share with loved ones. Hosted by Diary of a First Child and Hybrid Rasta Mama, you’re welcome to join us next time, or if you have a previously published recipe you’d like to …
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I recently had a delicious black bean burger while out and about with my kids. It seems that everyday since I had that burger I have been craving another one. I finally set out in my kitchen to make a homemade veggie black bean burger that would satisfy my craving. I enjoy spicy foods but …
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I love quinoa. If you haven’t tried it yet, now is the time! Quinoa is my favorite whole grain for more than one reason. Quinoa takes very little time to cook and it tastes really (really) good. I cook my quinoa in vegetable broth instead of water and it is delicious on its …
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I was planning on making black bean brown rice enchiladas for dinner tonight. That is until I realized I was out of brown rice. I tried to remain calm. This really threw me for a loop. I was stressed and ready for a calm and easy evening. I cleaned house all day today because …
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I splurged during many recent holiday celebrations. I ate many foods that I typically avoid. When I woke up this morning I was paying the price….I felt lousy. “You are what you eat” came to mind. I had been eating crap and that is exactly how I felt. I knew that it was time to end my …
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