Peruvian Power Foods: Camu Camu Superfood Raspberry Vinaigrette
Camu Camu is a tropical fruit native to the Amazonian jungle in Peru and other parts of South America. This jungle berry packs 60 times the vitamin C content of an orange, making it an...
View ArticlePeruvian Power Foods: Sparkling Camu Camu Superfruit Lemonade
These days, you’ve probably tasted over a dozen different preparations for fresh lemonade—be it raspberry lemonade or ginger limade, but have you ever tried camu lemonade? Camu Camu, a jungle fruit...
View ArticlePeruvian Power Foods: Carrot, Pichuberry and Sachi Inchi Seed Superfood Salad
I always love improving upon old classics by adding a Peruvian powerfood twist! This recipe is a variation on the classic carrot-raisin “bunny salad.” Not only is it colorful, but it’s also fun to...
View ArticlePeruvian Power Foods: Pichuberry Superfood Caprese Skewers
What do the months of October, November and December all have in common? They encompass what I like to call prime-time party season! When I think horderves, the first thing that comes to mind is the...
View ArticlePeruvian Power Foods: Popped Kiwicha Superfood Candies
Kiwicha, also known as amaranth or “mini quinoa” is a small pseudo cereal noted for its dense nutritional content. Kiwicha has been farmed in Peru and other areas of South America for over 4,000...
View ArticlePeruvian Power Foods: Superfood Lucuma No-Bake Cheesecake with Cranberry Topping
Do you need an excuse to eat cheesecake? I can give you three! First, this cheesecake can be made in a snap! With a minimal ingredient list and zero baking time, this recipe can be prepared just...
View ArticlePeruvian Power Foods: Roasted Artichoke Heart Superfood Mashed Potatoes
The basic recipe for mashed potatoes is pretty much the same everywhere—cook potatoes, mash potatoes, flavor potatoes—voila! However what distinguishes one recipe from another are the ingredients...
View ArticlePeruvian Power Foods: Green Bean Casserole with Popped Kiwicha Superfood
Green bean casserole was first created in 1955 by Campbell’s to showcase the versatility of their Cream of Mushroom Soup. As canned green beans and Campbell’s soup were two items common to the 1950’s...
View ArticlePeruvian Power Foods: Superfood Pichuberry Pie
The pichuberry is a very versatile fruit that lends itself to savory and piquant dishes as well as sweet ones, the pichuberry holds its own as the star attraction in a classic dessert like this...
View ArticlePeruvian Power Foods: Thanksgiving Peruvian Style!
What recipes are you including in your Thanksgiving spread? Why Not impress your guests with a new dish and be the talk of the party with Peruvian power foods! If you’re as excited as we are about...
View ArticlePeruvian Power Foods: Breakfast Brainfood Parfait
We’ve all heard about breakfast being one of the most important meals of the day—and it’s true! And what better way to jump-start your day than with a brain food boost! I like this recipe for its...
View ArticlePeruvian Power Foods: Lentil Quinoa Masachakuy
One of my favorite Peruvian dishes is called tacu-tacu. Tacu-tacu is classically prepared by frying up leftover rice and smashed beans with “aderezo”, a sauté of onion, garlic and aji paste....
View ArticlePeruvian Power Foods: Peruvian Beans a la Cilantro
Cilantro is a very popular ingredient in Peruvian cuisine. It is used to make a sauce for Arroz con Pollo and Beef Seco, among many other classic Peruvian dishes. The use of cilantro served as the...
View ArticlePeruvian Power Foods: Dates Stuffed with Walnuts and Cacao Nibs
Walnuts and Cacao are two of my favorite, heart-healthy, indulgences. Walnuts are rich in fiber and healthy fats that are beneficial to the cardiovascular system, thus they can help by decreasing bad...
View ArticlePeruvian Power Foods: Popped Kiwicha Chocolate Medallions
Are you a chocolate lover? At only 100 calories per chocolate medallion, you can’t go wrong! The addition of popped kiwicha make these a sure crowd pleaser! Popped Kiwicha Chocolate Medallions Makes:...
View ArticlePeruvian Power Foods: Arugula Kiwicha Blinis
Blinis, also known as small savory pancakes, are a traditional Russian dish. This food was originally eaten during the week-long festival of Maslenitsa, an Eastern Slavic religious holiday, to...
View ArticlePeruvian Power Foods: Sacha Inchi Cilantro Chimichuri
The story behind chimichuri is interesting, originating from the Argentine independence. Story has it that Irishman, Jimmy McCurry, was sympathetic to the Argentine Independence and introduced this...
View ArticlePeruvian Power Foods: Superfood Quinoa Parmesan Pizzettes
In need of a fun and healthy recipe for kids? How about a party crowd pleaser? This recipe is great for both as it is bite-size, tasty, easy to make, and most importantly, it’s healthy! The quinoa in...
View ArticleFreecipes: Caramelized Red Onions
Onions are often revered for their spherical shape and concentric rings—a symbol of divine perfection. And there’s no better way to celebrate this divine vegetable than by preparing a batch of...
View ArticlePeruvian Power Foods: Superfood Papaya Kefir Smoothie
Do you have a smoothie craving? Try our kefir papaya smoothie! Kefir is a fermented milk product that promotes healthy digestive flora. The probiotics in kefir help support our digestive system and...
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