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Mango-Pineapple Salsa

Mango-Pineapple Salsa

Mango-Pineapple Salsa Brighten up your next taco night with this mango-pineapple salsa or enjoy this on top of a crab-less “crab cake”, whatever you choose to pair it with, I promise this salsa will bring a fresh taste to your meal! In most cases, salsa is pretty boring, but this 7 ingredient mango-pineapple salsa will liven’ things up a bit! The unique blend of fruit, lime, onion, and hint of mint will have you dipping chips over and over again!

Mango-Pineapple Salsa

Yields 3-4 servings

Ingredients

2 cups mango, diced

1 cup pineapple, diced

1/4 cup red onion, chopped

1 small red pepper, small cubes

1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in quarters

10-12 fresh mint leaves, chopped

1 tsp. jalapeno, minced (optional)

1 medium lime, juiced

Pinch of Vitacost Himalayan Fine Pink Salt

Directions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine all above ingredients. Stir until completely mixed and set in the refrigerator for 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
  2. Serve with chips or on top of tacos, enchiladas, etc.

Chef’s tip: If you would like to add more heat, feel free to add the seeds of the jalapeño to spice it up.

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Cauliflower Pizza with “Tomato” Sauce

Cauliflower Pizza

Sometimes it can be difficult to find foods that fit our dietary and nutritional needs which is why I have created this gluten and acidic free pizza. Inspired recently by a fellow follower, who is unable to eat tomatoes and has certain dietary restrictions, I came up with this well suitable option. The next family dinner night you have, I invite you to try making this healthy alternative that will leave your belly full. Adding any toppings of your choice is always alright so feel free to get creative!Cauliflower Pizza

Yields 1 large pizza

Ingredients 

1 head cauliflower (about 4 to 5 cups), riced

2 Tbsp. Bobs Red Mill Egg Replacer + 4 Tbsp. filtered water

1/4 cup vegan Parmesan, (optional)

1-2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp. oregano

1/2 tsp. fresh basil, minced (optional)

1/4 tsp. Vitacost Himalayan Fine Pink Salt

1/8 tsp. Spicely Organics Ground Black Pepper

1 tsp. Vitacost olive oil

Directions 

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. 
  2. Using a box grater, grate your cauliflower to make the rice and set it aside. 
  3. In a medium pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil and pour in cauliflower rice. Allow to cook for 5-6 minutes or until tender. Drain using a fine mesh strainer or cheese cloth. Squeeze any remaining liquid out- very important step. 
  4. In a small bowl, combine your egg replacer and water. Set aside
  5. In a large bowl, combine cauliflower rice, egg replacer, oregano, salt, pepper, basil, garlic, flour, and vegan Parmesan. Mix until dough l-like consistency forms. 
  6. On a lined baking sheet with parchment paper, sprinkle with flour or corn meal to help keep it from sticking. Spread out the dough 1/2 in thick so it has a nice crust to it. 
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
  8. Remove from the oven and add your sauce of choice, vegetables, protein, cheese, or any topping you’d like. Return to the oven for an additional 7-8 minutes just to brown the toppings or cheese. 
  9. Slice and enjoy with parsley or red pepper flakes on top. 

Chef’s tip: Make sure to lightly spray or oil the parchment paper so it does not stick to the crust. Also, I pre roasted a few slices of sliced onion, mushroom, and bell peppers to place on top of the pizza before baking it again.

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Authentic Columbian Arepas

Vegan Arepas

Vegan Arepas

It’s our favorite day of the week, Taco Tuesday! Change it up this week with these soft and fluffy Arepa’s. With only using 4 ingredients, this recipe is a great and easy weekday meal. After pan frying (or baking) these South American treats to perfection, you will want to try filling your Arepa’s with a variety of food! One of my favorite fillings is fresh jackfruit from Bedner’s Farm. It is a great “texture” if you are looking for an arepa with shredded “meat,” add beans, guacamole, tomato and enjoy! Don’t forget to try this with my Ancho Chili Sauce – it’s the perfect finishing touch for Taco Tuesday!

Vegan Arepas

Yields 10 arepas

Ingredients

2 cups P.A.N Harina Blanca – Pre-cooked White Corn Meal

4 Tbsp. Earth Balance Vegan Buttery Sticks

2 1/4 cups of hot water

1 tsp. Vitacost Himalayan Pink Salt, for flavor

Directions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine corn meal, melted butter, and salt. Slowly add the hot water in increments and mix until a dough-like consistency has formed.
    • Note** Do not allow dough to get gooey, it should be slightly wet.
  2. Next, grab a handful of the dough (roughly 1/4 cup) and roll it in to a round sphere. Flatten dough in to a disk shape using the palm of your hand.
  3. Drizzle oil into frying pan and turn on medium-high heat. Cook arepas for 2-3 minutes on each side or until slightly golden brown.
  4. Allow to cool and slice in half. Add desired fillings and enjoy.

Chef’s tip: For added flavor, you may choose to add some extra seasonings: cumin, oregano, red pepper flakes, or adobe all purpose seasoning.