Tag: cilantro

Fire Roasted Chipotle Salsa
Paleo-Vegan

Fire Roasted Chipotle Salsa

I have a hot and spicy treat for you today. One that is perfect for an easy weekend; one of good food, vibey music, relaxation and full of chill — my kind of weekend. If you’ve been following me for a while, or if you know me personally, you know I am a true lover

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Vegan and Paleo Sweet Potato Red Curry
Paleo-Vegan

Vegan and Paleo Sweet Potato Red Curry

Let me share one of my latest food obsessions with you: my Vegan and Paleo Sweet Potato Red Curry. I’ve been holding on to this one for a while now, and for no good reason. I am sort of kicking myself for not posting it sooner, because something so good should absolutely be shared. Better

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5-Minute Paleo Salsa
Appetizers

5-Minute Paleo Salsa

I have been making this 5-Minute Paleo Salsa for over seven years now. Yes, seven years. I love it and I am obsessed with it. It’s simple, easy-to-make and consistently delicious, all of which fit in the “this recipe is a winner and it’s going to be a part of our lives always and forever”

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Paleo Cilantro Dressing
Paleo-Vegan

Paleo Cilantro Dressing

If you’ve ever struggled to make a light dressing that’s not overly acidic or oily, that packs a flavorful punch and that is well balanced, well, look no more. Today I’ll show you how to make a perfectly balanced dressing; one that’s not only delicious and clean, but also sugar free and 100% Paleo approved.

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Thai Veggie Wraps
Veggies

Thai Veggie Wraps with Sunflower Seed Butter Dip

You know how summer is almost here and these warmer days make us crave different kinds of foods? Like colder, lighter, and more refreshing meals vs. richer, thicker, warmer ones? If you live in a place that has seasons (like Idaho, for example) I bet you’re very familiar with the feeling and know exactly what

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Blackened Chicken with Avocado and Cucumber Salsa
Entrees

Blackened Chicken with Avocado and Cucumber Salsa

My husband and I have been having this Blackened Chicken with Avocado and Cucumber Salsa recipe on repeat. We absolutely love it. It’s one of those dishes that’s got it all; it’s great tasting, nutritious, easy to make and very satisfying. I like to use my grill to prepare this dish, but if you feel like it’s currently

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Avocado and Cucumber Salsa
Paleo-Vegan

Avocado and Cucumber Salsa

One of my favorite condiments to add to any dish is a fresh, chunky, summer-inspired salsa. I use it to top grilled chicken, pan-fried fish, a juicy stake, or even a breakfast omelette; so much flavor can be added to an otherwise simple meal in as easy as one-two-three. I always, always, always keep a container of my favorite

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Paleo Diet Tuna Salad Recipe
Fish

5 Minute Paleo Diet Tuna Salad Recipe

I love easy. Easy is good. Especially when it has to do with cooking. And for the love of easy, I have a treat for you today: an easy recipe. This Paleo Diet Tuna Salad Recipe is bomb, and you can prepare it in 5 minutes or less. Isn’t that just the best? That’s exactly the kind of Paleo

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Paleo Diet Sea Bass in Coconut Sauce Recipe
Entrees

Paleo Diet Sea Bass in Coconut Sauce Recipe

I have THE fish recipe for you. My Paleo Diet Sea Bass in Coconut Sauce Recipe is colorful and flavorful…one of my favorite fish recipes to date. This Paleo Diet Sea Bass in Coconut Sauce recipe is very easy to make, so no matter what your skill level in the kitchen is, you’ll be able to

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Paleo Diet Halibut Ceviche Recipe
Appetizers

Paleo Diet Halibut Ceviche Recipe

Ceviche is a very traditional appetizer in Latin America. One more commonly enjoyed on the coast. However, it can be enjoyed anywhere and at any time. In Ecuador, we have a bunch of different kinds of ceviche; ceviches particular to the coast (made with ingredients found in the coast), ceviches particular to the Andes (made with ingredients found in

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Turkey Thai Lettuce Wraps
Appetizers

Turkey Thai Lettuce Wraps

Turkey Thai Lettuce Wraps. They’re such a cute and fun way to eat your protein and your veggies. I absolutely love how much flavor is packed in every bite, and how many different textures can be experienced from all of the fun ingredients that are used. \ They are super versatile too, as they can

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Pico de Gallo
Appetizers

Pico de Gallo

Pico de Gallo is a condiment you want to keep in your refrigerator at all times. Reason being: it is so versatile and stupid delicious. You can use it to top proteins (goes really well on top of grilled chicken or steak), to top omelets or egg scrambles, to spread on any type of roasted root or sweet

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7 Super Bowl Paleo Recipes
Appetizers

Paleo Nachos

I made you a colorful and large plate of Paleo Nachos today. Isn’t it pretty? It’s got everything you’d want in a regular nachos plate, minus the cheese. But who needs dairy when you have spicy beef, creamy guacamole, flavorful salsa and crunchy sweet potato chips? Yum! Doesn’t it all just sound wonderful? A good nacho

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Mexican Sweet Potato Rounds
Appetizers

Mexican Sweet Potato Rounds

These Mexican Sweet Potato Rounds are something special. I usually eat all of the recipes I make for my blog right after I photograph them, as I want to make sure I get the right picture before I jump in and devour. (That’s right, I eat all the food that I shoot. What? I can’t

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Paleo Thai Chicken Pad See Ew
Guest Posts

Guest Post: Paleo Thai Chicken Pad See Ew

I have a recipe that I think you’ll really enjoy. This Paleo Thai Chicken Pad See Ew is from Louise at PaleoMagazine.com, and it’s one of the recipes in The Essential Paleo Cookbook, which I encourage you to check out. The recipe Louise is sharing with us today is healthy, tasty and colorful…everything you want

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Plantain Boats with Spicy Beef
Beef

Plantain Boats with Spicy Beef

Two days ago I was at the produce section of Boise’s Whole Foods, and to my surprise, I came across a sign that advertised Ecuadorian plantains. (I posted a picture of this on my Instagram account — do you have Instagram? If so, follow me!) I was utterly excited, because I had just returned from

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World Famous Guacamole
Appetizers

Best Ever Guacamole

Whenever we have a family event or get-together, it is very likely that my mother-in-law and sister-in-law will ask me to bring my guacamole. It’s cute how much they love my Guacamole. I love to see how they enjoy it so much, so of course I always say yes. I just recently brought it for a 4th of July party

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Heart of Palm Ceviche
Appetizers

Hearts of Palm Ceviche

Okay you guys…today I have an oldie, but a goodie for you! It’s a traditional Ecuadorian appetizer, which all Ecuadorians ADORE. We eat this while at the beach, highlands, jungle, Galapagos…you name it; just anywhere and everywhere. It is so delicious, so refreshing, so healthy, and so good for you. Ceviches are typically enjoyed at the begging

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Ecuadorian Shrimp Ceviche
Appetizers

Ecuadorian Shrimp Ceviche

My husband and I had one of his friends from work (and his beautiful wife) over for dinner a few nights ago. We had such a good time with them! We drank wine, ate delicious food, and talked the night away. Today I’m sharing one of the appetizer recipes I made for them that night:

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Salsa-Lime Chicken
Entrees

Salsa-Lime Chicken

I am so excited! Let me tell you why… This last week, we finally started back up with the remodel of our new apartment in downtown Boise. The place had previously been destroyed by one of the contractors we had hired (him and his team had no clue of what they were doing…at all), and

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