Quinoa salmon bowl + lemon vinaigrette is one of the healthiest most filling lunches ever! The combo of seared salmon, quinoa, roasted veggies, avocado, and a soft egg is amazingly delicious and so hearty. Definitely my favorite lunch! Currently, both my hubby and I work from home and our daughter attends law school on zoom….
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healthier quiche lorraine
If you follow Malibu Kitchen Blog, most likely you are wondering why I posted another quiche recipe. To be honest, when I make quiche, I always make two at a time. So when I made my quiche with carmelized onions, mushrooms, spinach + feta cheese, I made this healthier quiche lorraine as well. Quiches are something I…
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quiche with carmelized onions, mushrooms, spinach + feta cheese
It’s June and oh so gloomy outside. Definitely not a beach day today. So, what is a girl in Malibu to do on a day like this? “Bake quiche!” I say. Quiche is one of those dishes that I really enjoy cooking…and eating. I love to eat it cold, straight out of the fridge. When…
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yakisoba, cheese, arugula + sriracha mayo crepe
As bizarre as this yakisoba, cheese, arugula + sriracha mayo crepe sounds, somehow it just works. One day, while on a little adventure in Beverly Hills with my stepdaughter, Gigi, we stopped into Harajuku Crepe – organic crepes on the go. Pasta and noodles are Gigi’s favorite, so she asked if we could split the savory yakisoba…
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sweet potato quinoa lettuce wrap veggie burger + goat cheese, avocado-cranberry relish
This past Monday was my hubby’s Birthday. On Sunday, we took the family to Disneyland and had an awesome time. But on Monday, I got him all to myself. It was such a nice day that I actually felt like it was my Birthday. My hubby drove the two of us along the coast route to…
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toasted avocado tartine with cumin salt + chia seeds
Lately, I have been addicted to avocado toast. At least once a week, I stop by Le Pain Quotidien for lunch and have their toasted avocado tartine with a cup of gazpacho. While I already have a recipe for avocado toast, Le Pain Quotidien’s toasted avocado tartine is far better tasting than mine. I’m being…
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open-face caprese sandwiches
It’s early summer and basil is in season! Basil is abundant in the markets everywhere. Did you know that basil is actually a member of the mint family? it’s true! Here are a few pointers to go along with that fresh bunch of basil you just purchased, or will after reading this post. When shopping for…
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asparagus, mushroom + roasted garlic tart
This month, my sister and I took our Mom to Texas to visit and re-connect with my Dad’s family. My Dad passed away 9 years ago. Both my sister and I have not seen many of our family members since his funeral. This was an exciting and emotional trip for the three of us. We…
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curried chicken salad skinnywich
Earlier this Sunday morning, I went shopping at the Farmers Market in Pacific Palisades. I start my shopping experience by first stopping by Robek’s for a a large Tropi-Kale Smoothie to go– my favorite! Then I walk across the street, being sure to look at all the cute rescue dogs that are available for adoption,…
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light chicken salad sandwiches
Several years ago, while on our annual family trip in Hawaii, we charted a boat to snorkel with dolphins. For lunch, the crew served us pre-made delicious, light, and healthy chicken salad sandwiches. Luckily, I was successful in recreating those sandwiches. I now make them every summer. These sandwiches are filling, fresh and light. The…
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asparagus + leek quiche
I’m deciding on what kind of “healthy” crust I want to make for my quiche. Do I go with an oat, quinoa, or millet crust? I’m cooking more organic these days, but I have yet to venture in using Xanthan Gum (needed with oat, quinoa, and millet). So, I settle for a more old fashion crust,…
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cheesy penne with spinach (meatless monday)
I made this super fast, Cheesy Penne with Spinach, since it is a light and creamy cheese with pasta, and I’m trying to incorporate more dark green vegetables into their meals. Lately, my daughters have started eating spinach. They ate up the sautéed spinach with pine nuts which I made the other night, so I figured this…
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