Holiday Challenge: Make a Healthy Vegan Mexican Meal I’ve been exploring the vegan and vegetarian dining options in Loreto, BCS as part of a travel advice series. It’s interesting because it’s difficult to find healthy options other than salads. The only vegetarian protein source I’ve reliably seen is cheese. Don’t get me wrong, I love…
Tag: Cilantro
Baja Mediterranean Style Salmon, Black Bean Salsa and Rice Grilled in Foil Packets. A Complete Meal and Easy Clean Up
Salmon, black beans, peppers and rice make a healthy Baja-Mediterranean inspired complete meal in easy clean up foil packets. I grilled these outside because it’s too hot to use the oven but they can easily be baked in the oven in parchment paper, which may be safer than cooking foil.
Sweet, Spicy Watermelon Salsa for Fish or Chicken
Sweet watermelon, spicy serrano pepper, cool cucumber, fragrant cilantro and red onion make a summer watermelon salsa that is bursting with flavor. There are a zillion recipes for watermelon salsa on the internet so please try every variation. I wanted more crunch so I added crisp cucumber and of course I love a punch of…
Tequila Lime, Orange, Margarita Marinade for Fish and Chicken
Make this quick margarita marinade for chicken or fish by combining limes, oranges and tequila. You can substitute orange juice for the tequila but the tequila does give this simple marinade a uniquely Mexicana flare. Use a tequila that you would also drink, just like when adding wine to any dish. I’m a fan of…
Cilantro Chipotle Hummus
This 5 ingredient hummus is fat-free and flavor packed. It would be a great addition to a summer cocktail party with the girls. Serve with toasted flour tortilla chips or pita chips. I think a light summer cocktail of sparkling pink lemonade or Prosecco would go nicely. My recipe was inspired by the Cilantro Jalapeño…