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A touch of lime and a little cilantro makes this black bean, avocado, cucumber and tomato salad a perfect companion for grilled chicken or steak.

Black Bean, Avocado, Cucumber and Tomato Salad

July 26, 2010

Red beets, cilantro, carrots, onion and mayonnaise, a perfect side dish at your next BBQ that goes great with chicken, fish or steak. If you haven't tried beets yet, I promise you this is delicious. This was the recipe that got me to love beets. Similar to a potato salad without all the points. Hubby liked it too to his surprise, even had seconds!

Red Beet Salad

June 20, 2010

Broccoli and Cheddar Skinny Potato Skins

June 9, 2010

This brown fried rice is a great side dish for stir fries and Asian inspired dishes. I love to make my fried rice Thai style which uses fish sauce, but if you don't have that you could leave it out and increase the soy sauce. This is a perfect compliment to Asian Turkey Meatballs. Double the recipe for more people.

Brown Fried Rice

May 19, 2010

Italian Stuffed Artichokes

April 2, 2010

I always have Haas avocados in my house. I love them in my soup, in my sandwiches, in guacomole or in a simple salad such as this.This healthy salad makes a perfect side dish for shrimp, chicken or steak.

Avocado Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

March 26, 2010

Here's a great way to make broccoli if you are tired of making it the same old way. Roasting broccoli with garlic creates a sweet, nutty delicious flavor and the aroma that wafts through your kitchen will make everyone asking when's dinner ready.

Roasted Broccoli with Smashed Garlic

March 21, 2010

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

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

Potato and Green Bean Salad

February 20, 2009

Quinoa “Fried Rice”

February 16, 2009