Celebration Greens 1 Tbsp. avocado oil1/2 small onion or 3 large shallot bulbs (chopped)1 clove garlic (finely chopped)1 tsp. red pepper flakes1 can (15oz. diced tomatoes (Optional))2 cups vegetable stock1/4 tsp. apple cider vinegar1/2 tsp. sea salt2 bunches lacinato kale or collards greens (pre-washed and cut) In a large pot over medium-low heat, heat [...]
 Coconut Rice & Beans 1 cup brown rice (cooked and cooled)1 Tbsp. olive or canola oil2 garlic cloves (minced)1 jalapeño (minced)1 bell pepper (unseeded and chopped )¾ cup unsweetened coconut milk1 15oz. can red kidney beans (drained and rinsed)2 green onions (chopped)¼ tsp. dried thyme Heat oil in medium saucepan. Add garlic, jalapeño, and [...]
Easy Chickpea Salad 1 can (15 oz. chickpea, rinsed & drained)1 cucumber (diced)1/2 cup red onion (finely chopped)1/2 cup green bell pepper (finely chopped)2 medium tomatoes (diced)1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped Dressing)Juice from 2 limes1 Tbsp. olive oil1/2 tsp. ground cuminSalt and pepper to taste Dressing: in a small bowl, squeeze the juice of [...]
 Fruit Pizza ½ Whole wheat English muffin2 Tbsp. Peanut or sunflower seed butter1 bananaBlueberries/raspberries/blackberries/sliced strawberries1 Tbsp. of shredded coconut1/2 cup non-fat Greek yogurt In a medium bowl, stir together the yogurt and peanut butter or nut butter of your preference until smooth.Spread the mixture over English muffin.Top with sliced fruit and shredded coconut You [...]
Ensalada de Nopal - Nopal Salad Nopal salad, made with Nopal Cacti. One cup of fresh nopales has over 10% of the recommended daily value for calcium and Vitamin C and about 7% of the recommended daily value for fiber. 6 cups Nopales (about 6 nopales, diced)1 ½ cups Red onion (sliced)2 cups Tomatoes [...]
Tamales Tamales are made of corn dough that is filled with either meat or vegetables and then wrapped in a corn husk or banana leaf and steamed. •Corn Husks (or tamales)Filling:•1 russet potato diced•2 carrots diced•2 chicken breasts cooked and shredded•1tsp ground cumin•1 tbsp olive oil•1/4 onion julienned•1 tsp salt and peperMasa:•2.5 cups of [...]
 Black Bean Quinoa Quinoa is such a greatchoice for a whole grain option and is rich in essential vitamins and nutrientsfor the body. 1 Tbsp. olive oil1 Jalapeño (diced)1 cup quinoa2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth1 cup of corn kernels1 tsp. chili powder½ tsp. of cumin1 15oz. can no salt added black beans (drained)1 14.5oz. [...]
 Mixed Berry Smoothie 1 cup fat free milk1/2 cup fat free Greek yogurt1/2 cup frozen berry blend1 tbsp. chia seeds Combine all ingredients in a blender.Blend until smooth.Enjoy! Drinks, Snackdairy, fruit, vegetable
 Stovetop Potatoes and Onions 1 bag of baby potatoes with skin2 garlic cloves (minced)1 large onion (chopped)salt and pepper to taste2 Tbsps. olive or canola oil Chop onions, mince garlic. Set aside.Wash potatoes and boil with them whole until tender. About 10 minutes. Drain.Heat oil in a skillet and cook onions until soft. Add [...]
 Mashed Potatoes with Cabbage (Colcannon) - 2 pounds russet potatoes (about 2 large po-tatoes, scrubbed and chopped into chunks)- 1 pound cabbage (½ medium cabbage, quartered, cored and thinly cut)- 2 Tbsps. extra virgin olive oil- 2 garlic cloves (chopped)- 2 Tbsps. green onions (about 3 green onions chopped)- ⅔ cup low-fat milk or [...]