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About
Recipes
- Dinner
- Sweets
- Breakfast
- Salads
- Dips
- Soups
- Veggies
Español

Breakfast
Soups
Veggies
Sweets
Mexican
Mains
Salads
Beverages
Dips
Drinks

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

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)

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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 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 teal plate with a serving of coleslaw made of shredded cabbage and lettuce sits on a beige napkin next to a silver fork, with a large glass bowl of Ranch Chopped Salad partially visible in the upper left corner on a white surface.

Life-Changing Avocado Ranch Chopped Salad

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

A gray plate with beef liver slices topped with red sauce, crumbled cheese, cilantro, and onion slices. A drizzle of white crema adds contrast. A gold fork rests on the plate. In the background, a small bowl of crumbled cheese is visible on a white surface.

Entomatadas con Frijol (Mexican Bean-Filled Entomatadas)

Hazelnut Chocolate Milk (Vegan & Creamy)

A plate with a stack of four Vegan Lemon Blueberry Pancakes topped with a small square of butter is surrounded by fresh blueberries. There's a mug on the left and a bowl of blueberries on the right, set against a light background.

Vegan Lemon blueberry Pancakes

Stovetop granola in Ten minutes

SoUPS

A brown bowl of Sopa de Frijol with visible okra and tomatoes sits on a countertop. Two spoons rest in the bowl. Nearby are crispy tortilla strips, chopped green pickles, and dried herbs—all bathed in warm, natural lighting.

Sopa de Frijol con Nopal (Mexican Bean and Cactus Soup)

Winter soup with mushrooms, leeks and rice

Mushroom leek soup

A bowl of lentil soup with vegetables and a spoon.

Mexican Lentil soup with chipotle and vegetables

Two bowls of creamy avocado and cucumber cold soup are garnished with chopped nuts, a drizzle of oil, and a mint leaf. Nearby rest a vintage spoon, white napkin, and a small dish of lime wedges on the textured dark surface.

Cucumber Avocado Soup (Chilled & Creamy)

VeGGIES

A white rectangular plate showcases roasted delicata squash with a savory pecan crumble, all highlighted by a maple chipotle glaze. The dish rests on a wooden and marble board. Beside it, a green cloth napkin and gold utensils with wooden handles sit elegantly on the white countertop.

Roasted Delicata Squash with Maple Chipotle Glaze and Pecan Crumble

The best Vegan rajas con crema

Mexican fruit cup

Mexican Fruit Cups (With Chamoy and Tajín)

Receta de ensalada de ejotes asados y alubias con aderezo de limón susper rica y bien fácil de hacer. (via piloncilloyvainilla.com)

Roasted Green Bean salad with navy beans and preserved lemons

SWEETS

A spoon lifts a dollop of gooey, dark chocolate peanut butter from a full mason jar set on a small cream-colored plate. Peanut pieces are scattered on the gray countertop. The background features a white hexagonal tile pattern.

3 Ingredient homemade chocolate peanut butter

Homemade mangonada recipe

moonballs

coconut, almond, and chocolate energy balls

Easy vegan chocolate truffles

DINNER

Fresh vegetable spring rolls with almond sauce

Red cabbage tacos on a plate with a cup of coffee.

Red Cabbage Chorizo Tacos

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Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

Una mano sostiene un taco de tortilla de maíz azul relleno de pescado frito, col lombarda rallada y salsa. Otro taco, como los tacos de coliflor crujiente, reposa en un plato beige con salsa, una cuchara de madera, gajos de lima y una bebida cítrica cerca.

Crunchy Cauliflower Tacos (Vegan, Crispy & Easy)

salads

Hummus Green salad

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Easy lentil salad with quinoa and asparagus

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

A vibrant Crunchy Red Cabbage Salad in a bowl features sliced cucumbers, carrots, red cabbage, and peanuts, all mixed with fresh cilantro. To the side, there's a small dish containing more peanuts. The light marbled surface background enhances the colorful ingredients.

Crunchy Red Cabbage Salad with Peanut Butter Dressing

DRINKS

A glass of Iced Horchata Latte with a clear straw sits on a light surface. The drink has a frothy top, swirled with cream, and a cinnamon-sugar rim decorates the glass. Two cinnamon sticks rest beside it, with a softly blurred background.

Iced Horchata Latte

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The best, best prosecco mimosa

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)

Dips

Homemade Vegan cream cheese with herbs

Homemade crackers

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Roasted edamame

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Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

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