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Bold Spicy Creole Shrimp Tacos

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Creole Shrimp Tacos 

Creole Shrimp Tacos – This recipe starts with this creole seasoning.  I love creole seasoning because it has so many spices that are well combined, and most of all, the creole seasoning add a kick to the tacos.  It’s the perfect seasoning to add to this shrimp taco recipe along with fresh lemon juice to take it another notch!

Spicy shrimp paired with a refreshing fresh spinach, tomatoes, and on flour tortillas!

These Creole Shrimp Tacos are made with bold ingredients to take the shrimp taco recipe to the next level with rich Creole flavors!  These tacos are not only delicious but are the most flavorful tacos you’ll ever try! 

Bold Spicy Creole Shrimp

Pair creole shrimp

Friends, I’m sure by now you know how much I love spicy food. Hence my Pikliz – Spicy Coleslaw Recipe. I love bold flavors, and this spicy shrimp tacos recipe is just that…BOLD!

Spices included are cayenne pepper, ground pepper, parsley, salt and pepper, and garlic to name a few.

Bold Spicy Creole Shrimp

Then garnish with fresh spinach, grape tomatoes, and avocado…YUM! The only regret you may have is that you will not have enough to last the entire week, month, or year 🙂

By the way, did I mentioned for this recipe I used the already cooked shrimp which makes it another “15 minutes or less” recipe :).

Make Creole Shrimp Tacos

With just a few ingredients you will have a party in your mouth with this Bold Spicy Creole Shrimp Tacos recipe. These tacos are delicious and the perfect way to end a long day! 

Bold Spicy Creole Shrimp Tacos

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Bold Spicy Creole Shrimp Tacos

These Bold Spicy Creole Shrimp Tacos are made with bold ingredients to take the shrimp taco recipe to the next level with Creole flavors!  These tacos are not only delicious but are the most flavorful tacos you'll ever try! 
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 277 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 bag already cooked shrimp 12 oz. bag
  • 1 tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 tsp. dried basil
  • 1 tsp. oregano
  • 1 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the shrimp to the heated oil and cook for 3 minutes; stirring a few times to avoid sticking.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and instantly add the above ingredients in order starting with the basil. Stir and cook for 2 minutes then remove from heat.
  4. Assemble in a soft tortilla with your preferred toppings.

Recipe Notes

Tips and Notes / Most Noteworthy:

  1. I bought the already cooked shrimp. I would recommend removing the tail before "cooking" the shrimp.
  2. This taco recipe is great with fresh spinach, avocados, and grape tomatoes.
  3. Consider this recipe if you are also feeding a large crowd.
Nutrition Facts
Bold Spicy Creole Shrimp Tacos
Amount Per Serving (4 g)
Calories 277 Calories from Fat 60
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6.7g 10%
Saturated Fat 0.5g 3%
Cholesterol 330mg 110%
Sodium 1732mg 72%
Potassium 472mg 13%
Total Carbohydrates 1.4g 0%
Sugars 0.1g
Protein 54.3g 109%
Calcium 19%
Iron 9%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Seven-Layer Asian Noodle Salad With Creamy Peanut Sauce

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Seven-Layer Asian Noodle Salad With Creamy Peanut Sauce

Beautiful, fresh seven-layer Asian noodle salad that will wow your family and friends before they take their first bite! Bright, delicious, healthy, mouthwatering are just a few words I would describe this seven-layer Asian salad.

This is the time of year where we crave bright, delicious food.

No kidding summertime is made for entertaining, pool parties, beach parties, and delicious bright food, so why not impress your guests with a well prepared elegant pasta salad.

This Seven-Layer Asian pasta salad is served with creamy peanut sauce. It takes no real effort. It is easy and quick. A crowd pleaser for sure!

Asian Noodle Salad With Creamy Peanut Sauce

Typically, seven-Layer salads include iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, sweet peas, hard-boiled eggs, sharp cheddar cheese (and bacon pieces). My version of this eye-catching Asian noodle salad will be your new favorite crowd pleaser and will inspire you to create your version of seven-layer salads.

I often make my cowboy caviar when entertaining guests during the summer. However, periodically I’ll throw in a twist. Something that no one is expecting. There are times it is my Pikliz served with plantains or BBQ chicken, this easy Asian noodle salad is another dish that often makes it to the serving table.  A great way to impress your guests. Perfect for any season. Your guests will think you have been in the kitchen all day preparing the salad and making it pretty just for them!

Why this Asian noodle salad recipe works:

My favorite reason why this Asian noodle salad recipe works are listed below.

  1. Can be served cold.
  2. Can be served warm. Yes. If you are not a fan of cold pasta salad, then feel free to warm up the noodles before assembling all of the ingredients. I have served it both ways. However, my personal favorite, of course, is to eat it cold.
  3. If you are looking for easy meals to serve at a gathering, this light noodle salad must be added to the list.
  4. Great dish for summer cookouts.
  5. You can make the Asian noodle salad any way you’d like; feel free to add chicken, shrimp, or even steak.
  6. Taste incredible cold and at room temperature.

How to Make Seven-Layer Noodle Salad:

The method is very simple. You will need the following ingredients listed below.

  1. 2 cups cooked EZ Peel shrimp
  2. Thai kitchen thin rice noodles
  3. 3 cups matchstick carrots
  4. 3 large boiled eggs
  5. 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes cut in in half
  6. 3 cups broccoli florets
  7. 3 cups shredded red cabbage

Simply cook the noodles according to the direction on the box and place in an ice bath. Peel, devein (if possible), and “cook” the shrimp. Boil the hard eggs. I cooked the broccoli florets for 7 minutes, leaving them a little crunchy. Allow everything to cool, get your prettiest glass bowl or trifle bowl to start assembling. Simple as that!

How to Make Creamy Peanut Sauce:

You’ll need the following ingredients listed below.

  1. 1 cup creamy peanut butter spread
  2. ½ cup Hoisin Sauce
  3. 2 Tbsp. Sriracha hot chili sauce
  4. ¼ cup soy sauce
  5. ¼ cup water 1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce

Place the ingredients in a large bowl, whisk well to combine.

Prepare the Asian pasta salad:

In a large bowl or trifle bowl, place the cold noodles at the bottom of the bowl. Then start layering in the order of your choice or you may follow my method.

  1. Noodles
  2. Carrots
  3. Red cabbage
  4. Broccoli
  5. Cherry tomatoes
  6. Shrimp
  7. Eggs

Garnish with fresh mint leaves.

Asian salad recipe notes:

  1. To save time cook the eggs, broccoli, and shrimp the night before. Place in the refrigerator to use the next day when you are ready to assemble the noodle salad. Cook the noodles as you prepare the items as the noodles do not require a significant amount of time to cook.
  2. Prepare the peanut Sauce the night before to save time.
  3. Use a blender to help combine the ingredients for the peanut dressing.

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Asian Noodle Salad With Creamy Peanut Sauce
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Seven-Layer Asian Salad With Creamy Peanut Sauce

Beautiful, fresh seven-layer Asian salad that will wow your family and friends before they take their first bite! Bright, delicious, healthy, mouthwatering are just a few words I would describe this seven-layer Asian salad.
Course Appetizer, Salad, Sides
Cuisine American, Asian
Keyword Asian noodle salad, Creamy Peanut Sauce, Pasta Salad, Seven-Layer Salad
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 115 kcal

Ingredients

To Make Seven-Layer Noodle Salad:

  • 2 cups cooked EZ Peel shrimp
  • Thai kitchen thin rice noodles
  • 3 cups matchstick carrots
  • 3 large boiled eggs
  • 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes cut in in half
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 cups shredded red cabbage
  • 1 tbsp butter

Make Creamy Peanut Sauce:

  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter spread
  • ½ cup Hoisin Sauce
  • 2 Tbsp. Sriracha hot chili sauce
  • Pinch salt

Instructions

To Make Seven-Layer Noodle Salad:

  1. Cook the noodles according to the direction on the box then place in ice bath. 

  2. Peel, devein (if possible), and cook the shrimp in a medium saucepan with the butter for 3 minutes. Boil the hard eggs or cook for 5-7 minutes, cook the broccoli florets for 7 minutes, leaving them a little crunchy. Allow cooling.

  3. Assembling in the order listed below: 

    1. Noodles

    2. Carrots

    3. Red cabbage

    4. Broccoli

    5. Cherry tomatoes

    6. Shrimp

    7. Eggs

    Garnish with fresh mint leaves.

    Simple as that and enjoy!

Make Creamy Peanut Sauce:

  1. Place the ingredients in a large bowl, whisk to well combine. Set aside or in the refrigerator. 

Recipe Notes

Step by step instructions with pictures

Cook the noodles according to the direction on the box and place in ice bath. Peel, devein (if possible), and cook the shrimp. Boil the hard eggs. Cooked the broccoli florets for 7 minutes. Place all the ingredients in smalls bowls for easy layering.

Asian Noodle Salad With Creamy Peanut Sauce

Prepare Peanut Sauce and set aside.Asian Noodle Salad With Creamy Peanut Sauce

Allow everything to cool. Fix yourself a bowl. 

Asian Noodle Salad With Creamy Peanut Sauce

Get your prettiest glass bowl or trifle bowl to start assembling. 

Asian Noodle Salad With Creamy Peanut Sauce

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Nutrition Facts
Seven-Layer Asian Salad With Creamy Peanut Sauce
Amount Per Serving (6 g)
Calories 115 Calories from Fat 43
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.8g 7%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 98mg 33%
Sodium 72mg 3%
Potassium 344mg 10%
Total Carbohydrates 13.7g 5%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g 11%
Sugars 3.3g
Protein 5.8g 12%
Calcium 4%
Iron 6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Epic Oven Roasted Beets

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Epic Oven Roasted Beets – That Don’t Suck!

Oven Roasted Beets – Simple, quick, and easy to prep beets. Takes a little over 30 minutes in the oven. Made with only 5 ingredients. Best of all, my secret ingredient takes it to the top!

Why this roasted beets recipe works:

As you already know, I love an easy recipe. Especially one that’s easy, simple, and quick to make. And this easy beet recipe is no exception for many reasons.  For starters, it contains only 5 ingredients; beets, olive oil, salt, pepper, dried rosemary– my secret ingredient. Can be prep in 15 minutes or less and taste good even the next day!

Oven roasted beets

Do I need to peel a beet before roasting:

Yes. When it comes to roast beetroot, peeling the beets before roasting them will not only provide a smooth texture when eating, but it will roast easier in the oven.

How to roast beets:

I prefer to use fresh beets.  Beets can be baked whole; with skin on or without peeling them. Just be sure to rinse the beets and remove any debris before cooking the beets.

You can roast them while wrapped in aluminum foil.

You can roast them at a high temperature between 400-425 degrees in the oven, this process will cook the beets faster – keep a close eye so they do not overcook. Or, you can boil the beets. Again, keep a close eye on them so they do not overcook.

Oven-roasted-beets

Others have even steam beets. I too like it this way from time to time. If you cut the beets into cubes, they will steam within 15 minutes. Just add a little salt and pepper, olive oil or butter and you’ll have the perfect steam beets recipe!

For this oven roasted beets recipe, I roasted the beets in the oven at 350 degrees.

How long can you keep beets in the refrigerator:

You can store cooked beets in shallow airtight containers. Cooked beets can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. I would not advise going longer than 5 days.

oven roasted beets with olive oil and herbs drizzle

What goes with oven roasted beets:

I often pair my roast beetroot recipe with baked chicken or with my roasted chicken with curry seasoning. Below are also some choices and other ways to prepare beets.

  1. Rainbow Slaw with Beet Greens
  2. Peach & Roasted Beet Salad with Hazelnut-Yogurt Dressing
  3. If you love plantains, then you’ll enjoy this fried ripe plantains recipe.
  4. Or if you really want to enhance flavors, you can definitely add it to your next black bean burgers.
  5. Salmon
  6. If all fails, you can always make a roasted beet salad with all the fixings to include vinegar of your choice, olive oil, salt and pepper to taste, and a little of sweet acid flavor (orange juice could work well).

oven roasted beets in a skillet with olive oil, dried rosemary, salt and pepper

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Easy Oven Roasted Beets Recipe

Oven Roasted Beets – Simple, quick, and easy to prep beets. Takes a little over 30 minutes in the oven. Made with only 4 ingredients. Best of all, my key secret ingredient takes it to the top!
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword fresh beet recipe, oven roasted beets, roasted beets recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 People
Calories 83 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 large beets peeled and sliced
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients. 

  2. Transfer the coated sliced beets to a lined baking sheet. Spread evenly. 

  3. Bake for 15 minutes. Flip the beets and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes. Serve as a side. 

Recipe Notes

What does a roasted beet taste like?

Beets have an earthy flavor. However, in my opinion, they can be very sweet and absorbs any flavor you give them.

What do you do with beet stems:

I always toss away the stems as I have not used them to prepare other dishes. Plus growing up I always saw my mother throw away the stems. However, The Kitchn has some great tips on how you can have some better use for the stems instead of doing what I have been doing – throwing them away. Check out their blog post, Tip: Save the Beet Greens! Here.

What are the benefits of eating beets?

Now, if you are wondering if (roasted) beets are good for you? The answer again, YES! The number one reason is that beets lower the risk of heart disease. Alyssa Jung from the book 10,001 Timesaving Ideas wrote an excellent article, Health Benefits of Beets (and Risks) You Never Knew About, which explain how beets help fight cancer, boost endurance, and boost eye health, to name a few.

Nutrition Facts
Easy Oven Roasted Beets Recipe
Amount Per Serving (4 g)
Calories 83 Calories from Fat 64
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7.1g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 329mg 14%
Potassium 155mg 4%
Total Carbohydrates 5.2g 2%
Dietary Fiber 1.1g 4%
Sugars 4g
Protein 0.9g 2%
Calcium 1%
Iron 3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Mixed Vegetables Mushroom Soup

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Mixed Vegetables Mushroom Soup

Friends, we made it to another week! For those of us who are still on a healthy trend, I would like to share my Mixed Vegetables Mushroom Soup with you, which only takes 5 minutes to make on any given night and is made with just a few ingredients.  When we think of mushroom soup we usually think of warm, creamy, crowd pleaser, full of flavor mushroom soup, correct? Not this one, but I promise it is as fulfilling.

 

To be honest, I do not make this soup often in our house. Hubby is the only mushroom lover in the family, so from time to time when he asks for something a quick and easy meal, this soup usually comes to mind.

This Mixed Vegetables Mushroom Soup is delicious and nutritious.

The key ingredients to make this soup are sliced mushrooms, beef broth or vegetable broth, and of course mixed vegetables (frozen vegetables are okay too).

Feel free to have this soup with some toasted garlic bread on the side, or pair with a light salad. Whatever your preference, this soup will not disappoint.

I love making soups or dishes that are done in one pot or between 15 – 30 minutes.

In my opinion, foods that are made between 15 – 30 minutes are usually inexpensive.

Very easy Mixed Vegetables Mushroom Soup recipe that's ready in 15 minutes or less. Perfect for lunch or dinner. Savory Thoughts | #soup #mushroom #vegetables #mixedvegetablesmushroomsoup

To make this soup, simply cover and cook for 15 minutes on medium-low heat. Serve warm and enjoy.

It’s really that easy!

Try the Kale Arugula Salad for pairing options. 

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Very easy Mixed Vegetables Mushroom Soup recipe that's ready in 15 minutes or less. Perfect for lunch or dinner. Savory Thoughts | #soup #mushroom #vegetables #mixedvegetablesmushroomsoup
Very easy Mixed Vegetables Mushroom Soup recipe that's ready in 15 minutes or less. Perfect for lunch or dinner. Savory Thoughts | #soup #mushroom #vegetables #mixedvegetablesmushroomsoup
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Mixed Vegetables Mushroom Soup

Delicious and nutritious Mixed Vegetables Mushroom Soup that only takes 15 minutes to make. This soup is full of flavor and will not disappoint.

Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword Mixed Vegetables, Mushroom Soup, Vegetable Mushroom Soup, Vegetable Soup
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 32 kcal

Ingredients

  • 14.5 oz. beef broth
  • ¼ tsp. ground black pepper
  • ½ tsp. fresh rosemary
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1/3 cup frozen mixed vegetables
  • ¼ cup chopped celery
  • 1 tbsp. sliced green onions
  • pinch salt optional

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, heat the beef broth and frozen vegetables. Add all of the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook for 15 minutes on medium-low heat. Serve warm and enjoy.

Recipe Notes

Tips and Notes / Most Noteworthy:

  1. It is best to use low-sodium beef or vegetable broth if you plan to add salt.
Nutrition Facts
Mixed Vegetables Mushroom Soup
Amount Per Serving (4 g)
Calories 32 Calories from Fat 6
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.7g 1%
Saturated Fat 0.2g 1%
Sodium 377mg 16%
Potassium 193mg 6%
Total Carbohydrates 3.4g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1.1g 4%
Sugars 1.2g
Protein 3.2g 6%
Calcium 1%
Iron 5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.