Black beans are full of fiber and great for digestive health. This particular dip is quick and easy to prepare and is a healthy option this Labor Day weekend. Posted on Fox News Latino Ingredients 1. 29 ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed 2. 3 tablespoons water 3. 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil […]
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Peruvian Chicken Salad with Grilled Veggies
What better way to enjoy veggies in the summertime but on the grill? In this recipe, we combined an assortment of vegetables along with Peruvian-style roasted chicken promoting both good health and great flavor. Posted on Fox News Latino Chicken Ingredients • 1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds) • 4 tablespoons white vinegar • 3 tablespoons […]
Spicy Mango Salad with Passion Fruit Mousse
Mangoes taste so good that people forget they are also healthy! Research has shown that the “superfruit” protects against colon, breast, leukemia and prostate cancers. It is also know to lower cholesterol and provides good eye health. Posted on Fox News Latino Ingredients • 3 ripe mangoes, peeled and cubed • 3 limes, juiced • 2 […]
Cinco de Mayo Chicken Enchiladas with Fresh Avocado Salsa
In many Mexican dishes, corn tortillas are a staple. One corn tortilla is a healthy source of fiber which helps your bowels digest foods. In this recipe, we simply warm the tortillas instead of frying in oil as you would see in many other recipes and bumped up the veggie factor with a fresh salsa. […]
Baked Chicken Albondigas with Sweet Potato Mash
Protein can be found in eggs, cheese and legumes but, meat is the most complete source of protein. In this recipe, we used ground chicken breast. A meat packed with nutrients such as B vitamins. We paired it with sweet potatoes, a side dish traditionally prepared during the Thanksgiving holiday. But they are some of […]
Hearty Lentil Soup with Chorizo
Lentils are rich in fiber which help lower cholesterol and are quick and easy to prepare. They absorb the flavors of anything you throw at them making it a delight to eat every time. This recipe is a perfectly healthy option for a rainy day. Featured on Fox News Latino Ingredients • 1 tablespoon extra […]
Fun Brunch Mini Frittatas
My little one literally pops these in her mouth as if they were bon bons. Having eggs are a great start to your day. They contain protein which help curb cravings and are low in low cholesterol. This recipe is flexible in the sense that you could add in your favorite veggies, cheeses, etc. and […]
Good Friday Pickled Swordfish
This fish recipe is traditionally served slightly chilled or at room temperature but is just as delicious warm. On Good Friday, it is customary for many Latin American countries and is a great alternative to steak. We used swordfish which is a lean, low-calorie choice and comes as close to steak as you can get. Posted […]
Braised Short Ribs
Due to their high fat content, braised ribs are not typically known for being healthy. But in this recipe we remove as much excess oils and fat as possible before serving. Consider this recipe at your next Easter Sunday dinner. Meat is tender and the flavor is out of this world. Posted on Fox News Latino […]
Hunger Games Lamb Stew with Dried Plums
In honor of the Hunger Games movie, Mi Cocina decided to replicate the main character’s favorite lamb dish. Lamb ranks high in Omega-3 and provides antioxidant minerals that have been shown to help lower risk of cardiovascular disease health. In this sweet and savory recipe, we included dried plums (also known as prunes) which aside from the […]
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