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Cauliflower puree, a perfect low carb alternative to mashed potatoes with a creamy buttery taste. If you don't have buttermilk, low fat sour cream also works great.

Creamy Cauliflower Purée

March 15, 2010

This easy corn salsa made with lime, cilantro and tomatoes are perfect with chips or served over your favorite tacos or burrito bowls!

Corn Salsa with Lime

February 21, 2010

This avocado and mango salsa is a light and colorful party dish with chips. The combination of flavors, sweet and salty with tangy hint of lime makes this a winner. This is also great over grilled fish or chicken!

Avocado and Mango Salsa

February 5, 2010

Scallion Cilantro Rice with Habaneros and Lime

January 13, 2010

I was never a big fan of brussels sprouts until I tasted my friend Nicole's sautéed recipe. She shreds them first and then sautés them in garlic and oil which really allows the seasoning to flavor every bite. This would make a nice Thanksgiving side dish.

Sautéed Brussels Sprouts

October 19, 2009

Sautéed Zucchini with Plum Tomatoes is a quick and delicious summer side dish.

Sautéed Zucchini with Plum Tomatoes

August 6, 2009

I've gotten requests to add more latin recipes to my site which for me is never a problem since I LOVE latin food! Arroz Con Gandules (Rice with Pigeon Peas) is a Puerto Rican dish popular in the Carribean. The pigeon peas are loaded with fiber which makes this a healthy side if cooked right.

Arroz Con Gandules (Rice and Pigeon Peas)

July 14, 2009

A simple summer tomato salad made with heirloom tomatoes, kalamata olives, red onion, extra virgin olive oil and garden fresh basil.

Heirloom Tomato Salad

July 9, 2009

Crock Pot "Baked" Potatoes – This perfect way to make baked potatoes on a hot summer day without heating up the house.

Crock Pot “Baked” Potatoes

June 23, 2009

Baby Red Potato Salad

June 21, 2009

Rice with Spinach

June 18, 2009

I was never a fan of string beans until I learned how to cook them properly. Now I love them. The trick is not to overcook them. This is a quick, healthy side dish for all you garlic lovers out there.

String Beans with Garlic and Oil

May 29, 2009

My favorite way to make macaroni salad, a must at every BBQ and perfect for Memorial Day. To lighten this I used light mayonnaise, lots of tomatoes, olives and high fiber pasta.

Macaroni Salad with Tomatoes

May 19, 2009

Sauteed Baby Zucchini

May 7, 2009

Cobb Salad

April 6, 2009

Rainbow Swiss Chard

April 2, 2009

Blood Orange Salad with Gorgonzola, Pecans and Baby Greens

March 16, 2009

I am a huge fan of the rice at Chipotle's. Here is my copycat version, it tastes just like the real thing. Of course, I used less oil. Makes a wonderful side dish for chicken, beef or pork.

Chipotle’s Cilantro Lime Rice

March 6, 2009

Quinoa “Fried Rice”

February 16, 2009

Combining cooked quinoa and some leftover homemade sauce like filetto di pomodoro you can make a quick, easy quinoa risotto in minutes.

Quinoa Risotto

February 15, 2009

Basic Quinoa Recipe

February 15, 2009

Baked Tostones

January 15, 2009

A quick and easy salad, perfect for the warmer weather or if you're looking for a different way to make broccoli. This lemon vinaigrette makes any vegetable taste delicious.

Broccoli and Cauliflower Salad with Capers in Lemon Vinaigrette

December 9, 2008

A simple yet elegant salad, perfect to serve as a first course for the Holidays. Pomegranates are loaded with vitamins, antioxidants, potassium, folic acid and iron. They are juicy with a slight pop when you bite into them.

Mixed Baby Greens with Pomegranate Seeds, Gorgonzola and Pecans

November 19, 2008

Spaghetti squash is so versatile and easy to make! Enjoy it with salt and pepper as a side dish, drizzle it with butter and grated cheese, or top it with tomato sauce to replace your favorite spaghetti dish. Here is a basic recipe for roasted spaghetti squash.

Easy Roasted Spaghetti Squash Recipe

November 19, 2008

Latin Yellow Rice

October 21, 2008

Indian Spiced Cauliflower and Potato

October 9, 2008

A great recipe for zucchini lovers – this casserole makes a great side dish.

Zucchini Casserole

August 16, 2008

Zucchini season is here, if you are looking for a great recipe to use up your summer zucchini, give these fritters a try. Similar to potato pancakes, with less carbs, they are a perfect side dish with grilled chicken or meat.

Zucchini Pancakes

July 1, 2008

Wilted Baby Spinach with Garlic and Oil

Wilted Baby Spinach with Garlic and Oil

June 21, 2008