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This creamy, vibrant Mango Guacamole recipe gives the classic avocado-based dip a tropical twist! Made with ripe avocados, juicy mangoes, zesty lime juice, fresh cilantro, fragrant red onion, and a kick of spicy jalapeño heat, this irresistible chip dipper is the perfect festive snack and super easy to make! It’s not a party without tasty dips, and this mango guac will be the life of any fiesta! This flavorful spread has the creamy goodness of classic guacamole recipes with the addition of juicy mango. The delightful tropical sweetness and burst of vibrant flavor is an exciting treat for your taste…
This ranchero sauce recipe calls for fresh ingredients like tomato, jalapeño, and onion. Spicy and bright, it’s delicious on Mexican and Tex Mex dishes! This ranchero sauce is zesty, spicy, tangy, and fresh. It’s the star component in my homemade huevos rancheros (recipe coming soon!), but this punchy sauce is good for so much more. Use it to make enchiladas or chilaquiles, or simply scoop it up with tortilla chips!What is ranchero sauce?Ranchero sauce is a spicy tomato-based sauce that originated in Northern Mexico. It shares ingredients like tomatoes, chiles, and garlic with enchilada sauce and salsa roja, but some of…
This vibrant, flavorful Vegan Pasta Salad is a delicious quick-fix dish for any occasion! Enjoy a nourishing any-time meal packed with wholesome ingredients, including tender gemelli pasta and roasted vegetables tossed in a creamy homemade avocado dressing. It’s great for picnics, potlucks, or a weeknight meal! This recipe was written on September 9, 2022. It was updated with additional recipe information on April 25, 2024. Whip up this creamy vegan pasta salad for a light, refreshing summertime meal, ready in less than 30 minutes! Made with fusilli pasta noodles, juicy tomatoes, avocado chunks, oven-roasted asparagus and zucchini, and a DIY zesty…
We’ll be making this classic margarita recipe all summer long. With just 5 ingredients, it’s so simple to make—break out the tequila and limes ASAP! This classic margarita recipe is our favorite cocktail to make at home. We love it for two reasons. First, because it’s so simple—if you have tequila, lime juice, and orange liqueur on hand, you can make it in under 5 minutes! Second, because it’s so delicious. The lime juice gives it a tart, refreshing kick, which the sweet orange liqueur (and a touch of agave) balance nicely. On a warm spring or summer evening, there’s…
Today’s recipe for lemongrass tofu is my take on a quintessentially Spring meal, which loves all things citrus. Only this time it’s not lemon, lime or even orange but a hardy yet beautiful herb with such an intense citrusy aroma that it has earned it a name of lemongrass.My inspiration for this dish hails form Vietnam where minced lemongrass is often used to flavour chicken, for example. As I am not a fan myself, I used it to add flavour to pieces of tofu thus creating lemongrass tofu.The trouble with lemongrass is that it’s a tough herb so it isn’t…
This vegan Chickpea Tuna Salad is a delicious protein-packed dish that makes the perfect summertime recipe for any occasion. Made with simple ingredients, this tasty recipe is healthy, hearty, and loaded with dynamic flavor! This recipe was written on June 15, 2015. It was updated with additional recipe information on April 16, 2024. Enjoy a delicious re-creation of classic tuna salad, vegan edition! Also known as “chuna salad,” this vegan tuna salad with chickpeas is packed with savory and tangy flavors and has a similar wholesome texture to its seafood cousin. Chickpeas serve as the base of the no-tuna salad,…
Our 2024 Mother’s Day gift guide includes thoughtful gift ideas for every budget! Find gorgeous cookbooks, tasty treats, handy gadgets, and more. Mother’s Day is right around the corner! If you need gift ideas—especially for a mom who likes to cook—you’re in the right place.Below, I’ve rounded up my picks for the best Mother’s Day gifts. They include thoughtful presents for every budget—creative cookbooks, all-star appliances, fun gadgets, treats, and more. One could be the perfect present for a maternal figure in your life.Have fun checking them out, and to any moms reading, happy (early) Mother’s Day!Our Best Mother’s Day Gift Ideas…
These crunchy, cheesy vegan Pumpkin Seed Crackers are a delicious standalone snack or the perfect base for dips. Made with wholesome ingredients like raw pumpkin seeds, spelt flour, and nutritional yeast, these homemade healthy crackers will forever alter your snacking experience! Why get store-bought crackers when you can bake the best vegan crackers at home?! This flavor-packed vegan cheese cracker recipe is simple to make, with a few ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions. The satisfying flavor and texture of these bite-sized treats make them the ideal snack, whether enjoyed plain or paired with your favorite dips and spreads. Each bite of…
These savory Tamari Almonds are as simple to make as they are delicious to munch on! This recipe transforms ordinary raw almonds into a flavor-packed snack with just three simple ingredients. Elevate your snack game with this irresistible tamari almonds recipe. Raw almonds are combined with the rich umami of tamari and the subtle nuttiness of toasted sesame oil then roasted in the oven to make the perfect treat. The baked texture gives the almonds a wonderful crunch on the outside and a slightly chewy nutty interior. Each bite is infused with rich flavor and subtle crispness. Tamari roasted almonds…
Learn how to make pico de gallo! This easy recipe uses simple, fresh ingredients. Enjoy it as a dip with tortilla chips or on any Mexican dish. Learn how to make pico de gallo! I’m sharing my classic pico de gallo recipe below, plus tips to give it the best flavor.If you’re new to making salsa, pico de gallo is a great place to start. It gives you a lot of bang for your buck, because even though it’s zesty and flavorful, it’s SO easy. You don’t need any special equipment—just a cutting board and a good knife—and the ingredient…
Save money, be more eco-friendly, and cut back on waste with these delicious vegan food scraps recipes. So many of the foods we consider food scraps are actually highly nutritious, tasty, and 100% edible. If you were wondering what to do with food scraps, you have come to the right place. Happy Earth Month! Our beautiful planet that we call home generously provides us with everything we need to thrive. We are given seeds to sow and water to irrigate on our plentiful farmland. Earth deserves to be celebrated everyday, but we should take extra good care of her in…
I’m going to keep it short and simple today. It’s Friday, just a day before one of my favorite holidays, the 4th of July!!! I’m looking forward to the fireworks (the best part!) the picnic I’m going to have in the park the delicious cucumber salad and veggie burgers I’m going to make and, the giggly tipsiness I will embrace 🙂 I’ve never shared a cocktail on Sweet Potato Soul. I am more of a wine person, but I’ll occasionally break out a bottle of liquor to use in a fancy drink. A friend recently gave me a bottle of mezcal, a smoky Mexican…