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Apple Cider Vinegar Berry Sparkler

September 28, 2017 ·

Apple Cider Vinegar Berry Sparkler combines apple cider vinegar, juice and sparkling water to create a refreshing and delicious way to enjoy the health benefits of apple cider vinegar. Thank you to Pompeian for sponsoring this post for what’s #TrendingintheKitchen.

Many years ago, I read an article touting all the wonderful health benefits of drinking apple cider vinegar on a daily basis. It sounded intriguing (and a little crazy!) but I purchased a bottle of apple cider vinegar and incorporated in into my daily routine – 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar stirred in roughly 8 ounces of water…add honey, as desired. While I enjoyed that as-is (no honey, in fact!), I wanted to create an apple cider vinegar drink that was fruity and fun that my family and friends would enjoy too,…such as this Apple Cider Vinegar Berry Sparkler!

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Filed Under: drink, gluten free, healthy, kid-friendly, Recipes, vegan, vegetarian Tagged With: apple cider vinegar, beverage, cranberry juice, drink, easy, juice, quick

The Best Red Wine Vinagrette Recipe | alidaskitchen.com

The Best Red Wine Vinaigrette

October 27, 2016 ·

This is my easy recipe for the best Red Wine Vinaigrette made from scratch using five simple ingredients. Thank you to Pompeian for sponsoring this post.

I have come to discover that the simplest recipes often become my most requested recipes. Who would guess that after spending hours in the kitchen cooking an elaborate something or other, everybody ends up raving about the simple dressing on the garden salad that was whipped together in seconds. This Red Wine Vinaigrette recipe transforms any basic garden salad into a company worthy salad that always has people asking for the recipe! …

Filed Under: gluten free, healthy, Recipes, salad, vegan, vegetarian Tagged With: easy, entertaining, olive oil, pompeian, quick, red wine vinegar, salad dressing, vegetable, vinaigrette

Black Bean Quinoa Chili

December 8, 2015 ·

Black Bean Quinoa Chili combines black beans, diced tomatoes, vegetables and quinoa into a delicious, easy to make chili! Perfect for the busy holiday season, a weeknight or anytime! {gluten free, vegan} Thank you to Hunt’s Tomatoes for sponsoring this post.

During the busy holiday season (or any weeknight for that matter), easy recipes like this Black Bean Quinoa Chili are a lifesaver. With a little advance prep work, i.e. chopping vegetables, and key pantry staples, this delicious, healthy chili can be whipped together in minutes!…

Filed Under: gluten free, healthy, kid-friendly, main dishes, Recipes, soup, vegan, vegetarian Tagged With: #HuntsAtHome, black beans, chili, diced tomatoes, dinner, easy, garlic, holiday, jalapeno, noads, spicy, tomatoes, vegan, vegetable

Oven Roasted Broccoli with Tomatoes

November 23, 2015 ·

This easy recipe for Oven Roasted Broccoli with Tomatoes is so simple and delicious, it makes eating vegetables irresistible! {gluten free, vegan, vegetarian} Thank you to Hunt’s Tomatoes for sponsoring this post.

My family loves steamed broccoli, but sometimes when we eat it night after night, sometimes I hear the groans ‘broccoli again?’ I get it – we all like a little variety. Not all vegetables are necessarily created equal when feeding kids, but I can certainly come up with a new way to prepare a favorite.

When I found this recipe for roasted Brussels sprouts with tomatoes, I decided to swap the broccoli for the Brussels sprouts, make a few changes and see what happens. The result was a wonderful recipe for Oven Roasted Broccoli with Tomatoes!…

Filed Under: gluten free, healthy, kid-friendly, Recipes, sides, vegan, vegetarian Tagged With: #HuntsAtHome, broccoli, diced tomatoes, dinner, easy, entertaining, garlic, holiday, noads, quick, roasted, tomatoes, vegetable

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

March 30, 2015 ·

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus is a delicious and healthy dip (or spread) that is so easy to make at home. {vegan, gluten free} Thank you to CansGetYouCooking.com through the Mom It Forward Blogger Network for sponsoring this post.

This Roasted Red Pepper Hummus recipe can be made in minutes using common pantry ingredients. Not only does it taste fresh and delicious, but it is also a great recipe to get the kids involved. My kids love to pour in the ingredients and (of course) power the food processor. (Mama, can I pulse it just one more time pleeeeeeease?)…

Filed Under: gluten free, healthy, kid-friendly, Recipes, sides, vegan, vegetarian Tagged With: #cansgetyoucooking, chickpeas, dip, easy, garlic, hummus, light, low fat, quick, roasted red peppers, snack

Mexican Quinoa Skillet

February 15, 2015 ·

Mexican Quinoa Skillet is an easy, one-pot meal using common pantry ingredients, made in less than 30 minutes. {vegan, gluten free} Thank you to CansGetYouCooking.com through the Mom It Forward Blogger Network for sponsoring this post.

Move over frozen pizza, pasta and take-out! We have a new easy weeknight dinner solution that is delicious, quick to make and healthy too. This Mexican Quinoa Skillet has become my new go-to dinner for busy nights,…or lunches or any time really, because it’s just so good and my kids love it!…

Filed Under: gluten free, healthy, kid-friendly, Recipes, vegan, vegetarian Tagged With: black beans, corn, dinner, easy, Mexican, quick, quinoa, tomatoes

Easy Skillet Granola

January 6, 2015 ·

This recipe for Easy Skillet Granola is a delicious way to start the day…and takes minutes to make! It is also vegan and can be nut free and gluten free.

As much as we love granola, it is not something that we buy very often. It is challenging to find granola made without nuts, and with nut allergies at home…well it just makes sense to find something else. I actually never realized how easy it is to make granola at home until making this Easy Skillet Granola recipe!…

Filed Under: breakfast, gluten free, healthy, kid-friendly, Recipes, vegan, vegetarian Tagged With: coconut oil, dairy free, dairy free yogurt, easy, granola, oats, pepitas, quick, silk dairy free yogurt alternative, vegan, vegan recipes, yogurt alternative

Top 14 Recipes of 2014 on Alida’s Kitchen!

December 30, 2014 ·

Top 14 Recipes of 2014: A collection of the 14 most popular recipes of 2014 featured on Alida’s Kitchen!

Today I am sharing my favorite post of the year…reader favorites! I have gone back to calculate the 14 most popular recipes on Alida’s Kitchen from 2014 according to YOU! I learn so much about readers based on reviewing your favorite recipes. As you will notice, what I have learned is that Alida’s Kitchen readers enjoy easy, family friendly recipes with a healthy twist…which is exactly my mission for the blog. So for that, and for another incredible year, I thank you!!! I have exciting plans for 2015 and am so grateful for the opportunity to share the recipes we love with you!

And now…presenting the Top 14 Recipes of 2014:…

Filed Under: breakfast, dessert, Featured, gluten free, healthy, kid-friendly, main dishes, Recipes, round-up, vegan, vegetarian

Black Bean Jalapeno Hummus

December 28, 2014 ·

This easy recipe for Black Bean Jalapeno Hummus using black beans in lieu of garbanzo beans, results in a healthy dip (or spread) the whole family will love! Thank you to Pompeian for sponsoring this post as part of the Pantry Insiders program.

Black Bean Jalapeno Hummus is an easy recipe for a healthy hummus made with black beans and jalapeno peppers. This recipe is part inspired by my Jalapeno Hummus recipe and otherwise inspired by my love of black beans. Even though hummus is traditionally made with garbanzo beans (chickpeas), in this recipe it was fun to mix things up a bit. You can definitely taste the black beans, which goes amazingly well with the spices and jalapeno peppers. The tahini rounds everything out, giving it that hummus flavor that we all know and love….

Filed Under: appetizers, gluten free, healthy, kid-friendly, Recipes, vegan, vegetarian Tagged With: #pantryinsiders, black beans, entertaining, garlic, holiday, hummus, jalapeno, low fat, make ahead, olive oil

Black Bean Corn Edamame Salad

November 24, 2014 ·

Black Bean Corn Edamame Salad is a little spicy, packed with vegetables and protein, and tastes delicious! Thank you to Pompeian for sponsoring this post as part of the Pantry Insiders program.

With the holiday season quickly approaching, I like to have healthy, easy recipes on hand for easy lunches and quick weeknight dinners. This Black Bean Corn Edamame Salad is made with simple, wholesome ingredients that are naturally flavorful. This salad is delicious for a light meal yet can be made heartier with the addition of cooked quinoa (I use 2 cups cooked for this recipe) or shredded rotisserie chicken. This salad recipe is very flexible and the ingredients can be adjusted to taste….