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Recipes
- Dinner
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- Dips
- Soups
- Veggies
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Breakfast
Soups
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Sweets
Mexican
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Beverages
Dips
Drinks

Real food. Big flavor. Inspired by culture. Made for everyday life.

A bowl of sweet potato chili topped with diced avocado and chopped herbs sits on a white surface. A vintage silver spoon lies in the foreground, and a tortilla chip is visible in the background. The scene is bright and minimalistic.

3 chili recipes keeping me warm and nourished (plus 1 cozy bonus for game days)

A blue bowl filled with roasted broccoli florets, chopped pistachios, and pieces of what appears to be caramelized onions or dried fruit makes this Charred Broccoli Salad shine. A small dish of more pistachios and a striped towel sit nearby on a white surface.

Charred Broccoli Salad (Roasted-Style) with Dates, Mint & Pistachios

A bowl of Creamy White Bean Chili with chunks of avocado and cilantro garnish sits on a napkin with an orange border. Nearby, lime wedges and cilantro rest on a dark plate, while broken tortilla chips are scattered on white marble.

Creamy White Bean Chili with cauliflower

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A bowl of creamy zucchini soup topped with cucumber slices and red pepper flakes sits on a white surface beside a bowl of sliced cucumbers and crumbled cheese, with a brown napkin and spoon nearby, all lit by natural sunlight.

Zucchini Leek Soup (Simple & Creamy)

Tres pequeños cuencos con asas azules de sopa de cebolla vegana, cubiertos de queso fundido y pan, reposan sobre una servilleta blanca con dos cucharas de plata a su lado sobre una superficie de mármol claro. Una ramita de tomillo adorna los cuencos.

French Onion Soup (Easy, Delicious with a vegan option)

A white bowl filled with vibrant Moroccan Lentil Soup, topped with fresh kale, lentils, and dried cranberries sits on a dark surface. A patterned napkin and gold spoon complete the inviting vegan presentation.

Moroccan Lentil Soup Recipe (Easy, Hearty & Vegan)

A white bowl filled with yellow lentil soup, inspired by a Red Lentil Soup Recipe, is topped with fresh arugula and sits on a white surface. Beside it are a blue-and-white checkered napkin and spoon; in the background, more arugula and a halved lemon.

Red Lentil Soup with Sautéed Kale

A blue bowl filled with roasted broccoli florets, chopped pistachios, and pieces of what appears to be caramelized onions or dried fruit makes this Charred Broccoli Salad shine. A small dish of more pistachios and a striped towel sit nearby on a white surface.

Charred Broccoli Salad (Roasted-Style) with Dates, Mint & Pistachios

Two roasted spaghetti squash rings, inspired by Cacio e Pepe and seasoned with herbs and cheese, sit on a dark plate with a fork atop a turquoise cloth napkin. A tumbler of golden liquid rests on a coaster at the upper left.

Spaghetti Squash Cacio e Pepe

A close-up view of numerous turtle eggs with cracked, leathery gray shells. Some eggs reveal yellowish contents seeping out, and the surface appears moist and uneven, giving a textured, clustered appearance.

Huitlacoche: The Mexican Truffle You Need in Your Kitchen

A pile of fresh Brussels sprouts, perfect for vegan brussel sprout recipes, rests on a dark, textured surface. Their vibrant green hues and natural leafy details catch the light along their cut edges.

The Best Brussels Sprouts Recipes You’ll Actually Crave

A beige plate holds six neatly stacked Mini Apple Tarts made of glossy, caramelized apple slices, each garnished with a green herb sprig. The plate rests on a folded cloth, with a large spoon and stacked dishes in the background.

Mini Apple Tarts (Easy Muffin-Tin Recipe)

A glass pedestal dish holds a pile of crispy, golden-brown homemade apple fritters dusted with powdered sugar. Chunks of apple peek through the fritters. Nearby, stacked ceramic plates hold part of a fritter. The background is light and minimal.

Apple Fritters (Easy, Homemade & Perfectly Crispy)

A marble surface with chocolate almond biscotti stacked on a white rectangular plate, scattered nuts, two glasses of red wine, a spoon with cocoa powder, and a small bowl of chocolate chunks in the background. Crumbs and biscotti pieces are scattered around.

Healthy Chocolate Almond Biscotti (Vegan & Dairy-Free)

Slices of candied pumpkin, or Calabaza en Tacha, are arranged on an oval plate, with one piece on a round tan plate. A gold spoon rests nearby, while cinnamon sticks and star anise hint at the warm spices in this classic Mexican dessert.

Mexican Sweet Pumpkin Dessert, Calabaza en Tacha

Two plates with sloppy joe-style sesame seed burgers, topped with lettuce and sliced cucumber, sit on a white surface. Each plate includes shredded cabbage salad, and two glasses of white wine are nearby against a plain, light-colored background.

Vegan sloppy joes, a perfect recipe

A golden-brown mushroom Wellington cut in half reveals a savory vegetarian Wellington filling inside flaky puff pastry. It sits on a wooden board with thyme, while a rust-colored cloth and blurred decorative plant are visible in the background.

Portobello Wellington

Dos platos con enchiladas de camote doradas y dobladas, generosamente cubiertas de cremosa salsa verde y espolvoreadas con hierbas frescas. Un pequeño cuenco con salsa y una servilleta con motivos verdes están cerca, sobre una superficie clara. La comida parece fresca y vibrante.

No-Bake Vegan Enchiladas (Sweet Potato Enchiladas with Salsa Verde & Poblano Crema)

A white bowl filled with spiralized zucchini, avocado slices, lime wedges, fresh cilantro, and chopped nuts sits on a colorful striped napkin—an inspiring scene for anyone seeking a vibrant chia recipe beyond classic overnight oats.

Thai Red Curry with Vegetables in 5 Minutes

A blue bowl filled with roasted broccoli florets, chopped pistachios, and pieces of what appears to be caramelized onions or dried fruit makes this Charred Broccoli Salad shine. A small dish of more pistachios and a striped towel sit nearby on a white surface.

Charred Broccoli Salad (Roasted-Style) with Dates, Mint & Pistachios

A plate with wedges of purple radicchio drizzled with bold, Creamy Parmesan Dressing and garnished with chopped herbs. A gold fork and beige napkin sit beside the plate, while more dressing glows in soft natural light. Easy elegance on display.

Creamy Parmesan Dressing (Easy, Bold, Ready in Minutes)

A bowl of fresh green and purple Winter Green Salad with crunchy garlic croutons on top sits on a gray surface. Two gold salad servers are placed beside the bowl. The salad appears vibrant and crisp.

Winter Green Salad with Grainy Mustard Vinaigrette & Garlic Croutons

A glass jar labeled “BALSAMIC” sits on a white plate, filled halfway with healthy balsamic vinaigrette. A wooden spoon rests inside the jar. The dark background makes the homemade balsamic vinaigrette stand out clearly.

Healthy Homemade Balsamic Vinaigrette Recipe

A blue plate holds two crispy Shrimp Tacos with salsa, placed on a wooden tray. A small bowl of green sauce with a wooden spoon sits on the side. Lime wedges, cilantro, a glass of water, and a woven basket complete this authentic taco spread.

Authentic Tacos Gobernador (Shrimp and Cheese Mexican Tacos)

Dos platos con enchiladas de camote doradas y dobladas, generosamente cubiertas de cremosa salsa verde y espolvoreadas con hierbas frescas. Un pequeño cuenco con salsa y una servilleta con motivos verdes están cerca, sobre una superficie clara. La comida parece fresca y vibrante.

No-Bake Vegan Enchiladas (Sweet Potato Enchiladas with Salsa Verde & Poblano Crema)

A wooden bowl filled with Salsa Verde garnished with cilantro sits on a light stone surface. Nearby are a silver spoon on a small plate and two tortilla chips. The lighting highlights the salsa’s smooth texture and hints of roasted poblano.

Roasted Poblano Salsa Verde

A small plate holds a halved sweet bread roll dusted with sugar, showing its soft interior. Next to it, a larger plate displays more sugared rolls. In the background are brown decorative spheres and clay pottery, all set against a dark surface.

Authentic Day of the Dead Bread (pan de muerto)

A smiling woman with blonde hair, wearing a white blouse, stands in a bright kitchen. She holds a glass of white wine and leans on a counter with fresh tomatoes, an onion, and leafy greens in front of her. The atmosphere looks cheerful and relaxed.

I’m Alejandra—a Mexican cook, mom, and flavor lover living in Houston.

I share real food with big flavor, inspired by my culture and everything I’ve picked up along the way. Most of what I cook is plant-based, all of it is made for everyday life and always meant to bring us together.

BREAKFAST

Beet juice with carrots, pear, and lemon

A hand holds a papaya breakfast bowl filled with yogurt, granola, orange slices, and chunks of papaya above a leopard print cushion. A spoon rests inside this vibrant Mexican breakfast.

PApaya breakfast bowl with ornange, yogurt and granola ( a Mexican Classic)

A clear glass filled with chia pudding, topped with yogurt, peanut butter, chocolate chips, and a drizzle of syrup sits on a saucer with a gold spoon. There’s a linen napkin, scattered oats, and a glass jar of dark syrup in the background.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats (Easy + Creamy)

Two blue plates with white dots hold servings of chilaquiles—crispy tortilla pieces mixed with cheese and sauce, similar to vegan migas. Black forks rest on the plates. Nearby, light gray napkins and a small bowl of green salsa sit on a light surface.

Vegan Migas (Authentic Mexican Breakfast Recipe)

SoUPS

Top view of two bowls of tomato-based fideo soup garnished with avocado chunks and cheese, each with a spoon. Accompaniments include a small bowl with lime wedges and a sauce boat filled with red sauce with a black ladle. Everything is arranged on a light gray marble surface.

Sopa de fideo (Mexican noodle soup)

Two white bowls filled with black bean soup, white hominy, shredded lettuce, sliced avocado, and thin onion strips sit on a pink textured surface. Artfully arranged, the bowls evoke a fresh twist on classic pozole.

Black Bean Pozole (Mexican Black Bean Soup)

Two bowls of vegan noodle soup with lemon.

Vegan Chicken Noodle Soup

Broccoli Spinach Soup with Cilantro Croutons (Creamy & Vegan-Friendly)

VeGGIES

Two hands hold a vibrant collard greens burrito cut in half, revealing layers of purple cabbage, orange bell pepper, and other fresh vegetables wrapped in white paper with a red string, set against a bright, softly-lit background.

Collard Greens Wraps (Healthy, Vegan & Perfect for Leftovers!)

ensalada de aguacate y calabaza

Avocado and zucchini salad

A cast iron skillet holds the savory delight of Calabacitas con queso, featuring Mexican zucchini, corn, and tomatoes mixed with melted cheese. The dish looks saucy and freshly cooked, while a blue serving spoon rests in the skillet on a black square trivet with a circular cutout on top right.

mexican Zucchini with cheese, Calabacitas con queso

HEALTHY VEGAN KALE SANDWICH

SWEETS

Two glasses of strawberry raspado surrounded by crushed ice, whole strawberries, and wooden utensils on a white surface, with blue-striped straws adding a touch of color.

Strawberry Raspado (Mexican Shaved Ice) with Chamoy and Tajín

Best vegan chocolate chip cookies recipe ever.

vegan keto chocolate chip cookies

A marble surface with chocolate almond biscotti stacked on a white rectangular plate, scattered nuts, two glasses of red wine, a spoon with cocoa powder, and a small bowl of chocolate chunks in the background. Crumbs and biscotti pieces are scattered around.

Healthy Chocolate Almond Biscotti (Vegan & Dairy-Free)

Three vegan cereal chocolate bars stacked on pieces of brown parchment paper. The bars are dense, with visible puffed rice and chunks coated in glossy chocolate, creating a textured look. The blurred background highlights the bars in front.

Vegan Cereal Bars Recipe (With Dark Chocolate & Almond Butter)

DINNER

A beer-battered fish taco on a beige plate with a blue textured background. It’s loaded with red cabbage slaw and diced tomato salsa. A lime wedge sits beside it, while a pink napkin flanks the left and an open Corona beer garnishes the right, creating a perfect tacos night scene.

Crispy Vegan Beer-Battered Tacos (Baja-Style)

CHAMPIÑONES EN SALSA VERDE

MUSHROOMS IN salsa verde

Roasted sweet potato Mexican Buddha Bowl for busy people

Receta de tostada ahogada

Mexican Drowned tostada, tostada sinaloense

salads

Quick & Delicious 15-Minute Chickpea Salad Recipe

A mason jar filled with bright yellow carrot ginger dressing sits on a plate. The plate also holds three fresh carrots and a piece of ginger. A wooden spoon with some of the perfect yellow dressing on its tip rests in the foreground. The background features a hexagonal tile pattern.

Perfect no-oil carrot ginger dressing

Crunchy Cauliflower salad with Dukkah

A white bowl brimming with fresh spinach leaves, sliced red and yellow tomatoes, and sprinkled with seeds, likely hemp hearts. A wooden fork peeks into the scene, while a blurred glass jar of vinaigrette sits in the background on a light surface—a refreshing nod to summer peach salad vibes.

Peach avocado summer salad

DRINKS

A rustic, dark ceramic mug filled with authentic Mexican Hot Chocolate sits on a woven coaster. A cinnamon stick rests on the rim. The background is a light gray surface with a soft gray cloth to the right of the mug.

Mexican Hot Chocolate (Authentic & Creamy Recipe)

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A mason jar filled with iced Matcha Latte and two patterned straws sits on a white surface. Nearby are a gray polka dot bowl with ice, a wooden spoon, and a small bowl containing green matcha powder—an easy recipe to try at home.

Matcha Latte (Easy Vegan Recipe)

A glass pitcher with a blue handle, filled halfway with bright red Mexican Watermelon Water, sits on a white surface. Beside it are two tall glasses of refreshing Watermelon Agua Fresca on folded white napkins, against a light, neutral background.

Watermelon Agua Fresca (Easy Mexican Watermelon Water)

Dips

nachos con queso vegano y chiles jalapeños

vegan queso Recipe

5 different ways to use vegan pesto

mango

Mango guacamole

chiles toreados

How to make chiles toreados

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