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

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

A person holds a stone plate with a taco filled with seasoned meat and herbs, squeezing a lime wedge over it. Another plate with more lime wedges sits below on a bright surface, making this scene as inviting as your favorite overnight oats recipe.

15-Minute Mexican-Inspired Weeknight Dinners (When You’re Too Tired to Think)

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 glass jar filled with golden, crunchy granola hecha en casa and raisins sits on a cloth. A wooden spoon rests nearby, with granola spilling out onto the surface, creating a rustic and inviting scene with a light, neutral background.

Healthy Homemade Granola

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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

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

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!)

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 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

An oval platter on a white surface holds a vibrant Chipotle Ranch Cabbage Salad with shredded red and green cabbage, carrots, and chopped cilantro. Next to it, a green cloth napkin is set with a matte black spoon and fork. Natural light completes the scene.

Chipotle Ranch Cabbage Salad with Carrots, Cucumbers & Pepitas

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

17 nourishing ideas

17 nourishing breakfast ideas

Oats and apple pancakes, the perfect recipe for a Sunday vegan brunch.

Apple oat Pancakes

overnight oats with chia, ornage juice and raspberries

Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds (Easy & Healthy Breakfast Recipe)

A creamy purple Smoothie Bowl is topped with fresh strawberries, blueberries, granola, and a few dried raspberries, arranged in clusters on the left side of the bowl. A gold spoon and a purple cloth napkin are placed to the left of the bowl on a light gray surface, making for an easy 5 Minute Recipe.

5 Colorful & Delicious Smoothie Bowls to Brighten Your Morning

SoUPS

Chickpea soup with roasted avocado and charred lime

Chickpea soup with avocado and lime

Overhead view of a bowl of Easy Italian Soup with kale, carrot, and beans, topped with torn bread on a blue plate. A striped napkin and spoon rest nearby. Part of another bowl and a glass of dark drink sit on the gray surface.

Easy Italian Pasta e Fagioli Soup (Pasta & Bean Soup)

A bowl of Caldo de Frijol topped with diced avocado and cheese rests on a folded napkin beside a gold spoon. Nearby, a glass of amber drink and a small bowl with avocado slices and crumbled cheese sit on a white marble surface in bright sunlight.

Sopa de Fideo con Caldo de Frijol

Winter soup with mushrooms, leeks and rice

Mushroom leek soup

VeGGIES

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

A black plate of sweet and spicy Brussels sprouts garnished with herbs and green onions sits on a wooden serving board. Lime wedges are on the side. A small jar with a spoon is in the background, slightly blurred. The setting is bright and minimalistic.

Sweet and spicy Brussels sprouts

Receta de tortitas de zucchini o calabacita veganas con quinoa y mayonesa con pesto. Baked vegan zucchini and quinoa fritters.

Baked vegan zucchini quinoa fritters

Asparagus in the air fryer

SWEETS

A wooden bowl on a dark round plate holds several vegan protein balls covered in hemp seeds. One bite has a small piece missing, revealing a chewy texture. The background is a light marble surface.

Powerful vegan almond energy balls recipe

7- ingredient no-bake chocolate Almond bars

Better chocolate chip cookies made with real ingredients. Vegan cookies

Better chocolate chip cookies

4-Ingredient Banana and Açaí Ice Cream (Vegan, Dairy-Free, 5 Minutes)

DINNER

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!)

A vibrant rice bowl featuring fresh, colorful diced vegetables like edamame and bell peppers. Cubes of Mexican-spiced tofu are scattered on top, and the dish is garnished with chopped herbs. Finely mixed ingredients create an appetizing meal bursting with flavor.

Rice Bowl with Mexican-Spiced Tofu & Peach salsa

Easy One-Pot Pasta with Broccoli, Garlic, and Lemon

Almond Mint Pesto (with a Latin Twist!)

salads

A glass jar filled with savory granola is placed on a gray surface. The granola contains oats, sliced almonds, pumpkin seeds, and various nuts. Beside the jar, a gold-colored spoon with some granola on it rests on the surface, with a few scattered pieces around it. The background is dark gray.

Savory Granola: A Flavorful Twist on a Classic

A bowl of fresh mixed salad with romaine lettuce, buffalo chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber slices topped with a creamy dill dressing. The salad is accompanied by a gold fork and knife placed on a dark green napkin. A bowl of dressing with a wooden spoon is placed nearby on the gray surface.

Buffalo chickpea salad with homemade ranch

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

A platter of chicory salad with sliced endives, shaved cheese, chopped pecans, and a sprinkle of spices offers a taste from this delightful endive salad recipe. A wedge of cheese and a bowl of creamy dressing are nearby, with a fork and spoon resting on the plate against the light, textured background.

Bright and Fresh Endive Salad Recipe

DRINKS

strawberry smoothie 3

strawberry smoothie with cauliflower

Two clear glasses filled with a pecan milk,

Pecan Milk (Quick, Creamy & Naturally Vegan)

hibiscus and strawberry margaritas

Strawberry and hibiscus margaritas

Hazelnut Chocolate Milk (Vegan & Creamy)

Dips

Seed and nut bread, gluten free and super tasty.

Seed and nut bread

Cranberry sauce

Homemade cranberry sauce with orange

A green ceramic bowl filled with nachos, topped with black beans, poblano cashew crema, sliced yellow peppers, and fresh cilantro. The vibrant colors and textures are captivating, reminiscent of a healthy vegan Frito pie, with another bowl of chips blurred in the background.

Frito Pie with Black Bean Chili & Poblano Crema

A plate of ceviche with hearts of palm on a table.

Vegan Ceviche verde tostadas (palm hearts)

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