Easy Summer Black Bean and Mango Salad
Summer is definitely mango season here in South Florida. I find their rich sweet flavor, with at times a tart undertone, nothing short of tantalizing. Mangoes are one of my favorite fruits serving well in both sweet and savory dishes. …
Moroccan Carrot and Garbanzo Bean Salad
As I mentioned in my previous post with the Pomegranate Walnut and Apple Salad, I have been so fascinated with Moroccan foods, particularly with these salad plates. The display of colorful, healthy salads, for me, would be a meal in itself.
Pomegranate Walnut and Apple Salad
I’m trying really hard this year to slow down and enjoy the holiday season, eat light and healthy and enjoy every day. I seem to do fine with eating healthy because it’s just the way I eat, but the hard…
Gorgonzola Grape Salad
Have you ever been to one of those Brazilian or Argentinian Steak Houses? You know, when you have to prepare yourself days ahead eating light foods so that you can enjoy, or at least get a portion of your money’s worth, at these…
Sun-dried Tomato and Basil Flatbread
I thought I’d share with you how I use some of the prepped foods I had previously posted. As I mentioned before, each week I like to prepare different mixes of ingredients that I can use to compliment recipes or…
Citrus Red Quinoa Salad
When the Carnival Season comes to a close with Fat Tuesday’s feasting and all that is left from my King Cake is crumbs and jewels, it’s definitely time to slow down the pace, clean up the eating and begin the…
Broccoli Cranberry Slaw plus the healthy benefits of raw cider vinegar
In between all the rich desserts and indulgences that fill up this holiday month, I make sure healthy soups and salads balance out my meals, plus an extra few miles on my bike ride! Recently I’ve begun adding raw apple cider…
Apple, Walnut Salad with Cranberry Vinaigrette
For Thanksgiving this year I plan on starting the dinner off with a fresh, crisp salad. As there will be so much good food to look forward to, I like the starter salad to be light and flavorful with ingredients…
Mint and Arugula Melon Salad
When I need to pamper myself, I think of spa-like, light meals, based on fresh fruits, nuts and salads. A pretty presentation, nice ambiance, calming music and a glass of red wine for its heart-healthy antioxidants! As I work for…
Shredded Asian Chicken Salad
When my daughter came home for her bday weekend, I had this salad ready for her arrival with her cousin and roommate. I knew it would be well received by her as she likes Chinese/Asian influenced foods and was perfect for me as I could…
