Mexican take-out meets healthy deconstructed taco bowl. Except there’s no rice. I’ll do you better, it’s got protein rich quinoa which like rice; is also naturally gluten free. And it’s highly addictive kind-of-GOOD. Sans meat or with it; it’s totally customizable to your preferences. I enjoy this sans meat simply because the quinoa and black…… Continue reading Mexican Quinoa Casserole
And I’m back! It was a short, but much-cherished mini vacation with my favorite people. I have decided to do a detailed post on it next week, and share some pictures with you all. Something I seldom do; but am taking into account your feedback of seeing a little bit more of me, my family…… Continue reading Spring is for Salads!
I still crave Chinese takeout. There, I said it. I promised you this blog would be a brutally honest account of a person’s journey into eating and feeling well. But the Chinese food craving continues to hold true; at least for the most part. I am often strolling around Toronto’s busy streets; home to some world-class,…… Continue reading Brown Fried Rice Bowl with Veggies & Peanut Satay Sauce
One hot Toronto summer, a little over two years ago… then 28 year-old Aleyda was getting used to the rhythm of every day life with a baby girl & a toddler boy. We were enjoying a spell of glorious June weather; Grace was 4 months & Ethan was about to turn two and a half. A handful. More…… Continue reading Caesar Salad with Crunchy Chickpea Croutons
This chili knocks it out of the park. I know that perhaps that doesn’t sound very humble or modest… but this recipe will transform your views on vegan entrees- if you’re still skeptical, that is. It’s one of the heartiest, most delicious bowls of comfort food you could ever bring a spoon to. It sure isn’t…… Continue reading 3-Bean & Mushroom Vegan Chili
This recipe has “Thanksgiving” written all over it. It’s almost as good a treat to rival your dessert & am not even kidding. Funny thing is, not too long ago, I used to wince and squirm at the mere thought of consuming squash. True story. But the worst part of the story is, I had…… Continue reading Warm Quinoa, Roasted Squash, Goat Cheese & Honey Pecan Salad
It should be common knowledge that on occasion, I like to make up words. I hope you find it as endearing as my friends do. And sometimes, friends make up words for my food, as is the case with this dish. A really close friend dubbed it “Quinotto” and I just loved the term she coined. Deliciously fluffy, warm…… Continue reading Quinotto: Quinoa Mushroom Risotto
Quinoa is one of the most versatile grains I have ever come across. You can enjoy a quinoa-oatmeal breakfast bowl, it works well inside cookies, brownies, homemade cereal bars, salads, desserts; you name it. The best part about this grain is it’s low starch/carb content and the fact it’s packed with copious amounts of protein. So…… Continue reading The Very Versatile Quinoa Does Salad
Am on a continuous search for an amazing pizza crust that’s naturally gluten free. Pizza is at the cornerstone of my evening cravings, and making pizza at home with the kids has now become a little family tradition. I posted a recipe last month (April Archives) on a blended rice flour and tapioca pizza crust. Well,…… Continue reading Crumble-Proof Cauliflower Pizza Crust
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