Tag Archives: Lime

Shrimp Pad Thai

Shrimp Pad Thai by Alison's AllspiceLast week I posted my favorite new pad Thai sauce recipe, so this week I am sharing a shrimp pad Thai recipe to go with it!

I eat vegetarian more often than I eat fish and seafood, so I also make this same recipe without the shrimp and love that version just as much.  The tofu adds plenty of protein, and the noodles keep the dish quite filling. Continue reading

Watermelon Lime Refresher

Watermelon Lime Refresher by Alison's AllspiceIt has been a hot summer, and I have been enjoying a variety of different cool and refreshing drinks like this watermelon lime refresher!

This drink recipe is so simple, it has only three ingredients.  I find this refresher perfectly balanced between the tart lime juice and the sweet watermelon. My watermelon was a very sweet one, so I felt no need to add any sugar at all. Continue reading

Asian Noodle Stir Fry Salad

Asian Noodle Stir Fry Salad by Alison's AllspiceDuring summer, I don’t like to use the oven or do too much serious cooking that will heat up the house.  I eat a ton of salads during summer, but sometimes you just want something a little more substantial, but still light and refreshing.  This Asian noodle stir fry salad hits all those points. Continue reading

Vegetarian Black Bean Soup from dried beans

Vegetarian Black Bean Soup by Alison's AllspiceIs everyone else enjoying the fall weather?  I’m still adjusting to the cold this season, and a warm bowl of soup sure does help!  This vegetarian black bean soup is hearty and full of protein, perfect for cold nights.

My favorite thing to do with this soup is to spice it up!  I serve mine with an extra dash of hot sauce and fresh jalapenos. Continue reading

Tomato Braised Tofu with Cilantro Lime Rice

Tomato Braised Tofu with Cilantro Lime Rice by Alison's AllspiceBefore I was born, my parents had a neighbor from Mexico that taught my mom a few traditional recipes that we enjoyed all throughout my childhood.  This tomato braised tofu recipe with cilantro lime rice is adapted from one that we simply called “Mexican Pork” where the pork is braised in a tomato sauce that is infused with traditional spices and aromatics. Continue reading

Spicy Vegetarian Chipotle Quinoa Sliders

Spicy Vegetarian Chipotle Quinoa Sliders by Alison's AllspiceHow many times have you adapted a favorite recipe to make it meatless?  For vegetarians, this is a common practice. I adapted these spicy vegetarian chipotle quinoa sliders from my chipolte fish sliders recipe.

I identify as a pescatarian.  In other words, a vegetarian who still eats fish.  I post 90% vegetarian recipes, therefore, I attract more meatless-eaters with my recipes than fish-eaters. Continue reading

Mole Jackfruit Street Tacos

Mole Jackfruit Street Tacos by Alison's AllspiceOn Monday, I shared a recipe for easy homemade mole sauce. Today, I am going to share one of my favorite ways to use that mole sauce, mole jackfruit street tacos!

If you haven’t tried jackfruit yet, now is the time!  It’s stringy texture resembles that of pull pork, and it makes an excellet veggie street taco! Continue reading

Southwest Kale Salad with Jalapeno Lime Hummus Dressing

Can I get a holla for kale salads!  This time of year, kale salads are my absolute favorite.  This southwest kale salad with jalapeno lime hummus dressing has a little bit of everything you love on a salad!Southwest Kale Salad with Jalapeno Lime Hummus Dressing by Alison's AllspiceDisclosure – I received free samples of Sabra mentioned in this post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by Sabra and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.

As always, all thoughts are my own, and thank you for supporting brands that support Alison’s Allspice!

The jalapeno lime hummus dressing made from Sabra Jalapeno Hummus has got everything going on!  It’s a little spicy, a little tangy, and a little creamy.  Continue reading

Chipotle Fish Sliders with Sriracha Lime Slaw

Chipotle Fish Sliders with Sriracha Lime Slaw by Alison's AllspiceIf you like spicy food, you have got to try these chipotle fish sliders with sriracha lime slaw!  They have whole chipotle chilies blended into the fish patties, which is coated in corn tortilla chips.

The tortillas chips add nice texture, but better yet, they improve the flavor!  The subtle sweetness from the corn compliments the chipotle.  If you want to go an extra step with the sweet and spicy flavors, try sweet Hawaiian rolls! Continue reading

Quick Cilantro Garlic Seared Shrimp

Quick Cilantro Garlic Seared Shrimp by Alison's AllspiceYou know, I have really been on a cilantro kick recently!  I didn’t always like cilantro,  however.  I found it to be an incredibly over-powering flavor and never used it in my dishes.  It’s funny how tastes change, though.  I tried cilantro on this jalapeno tomato and cilantro pizza and couldn’t get enough.  I started trying it on other things, like cilantro lime black bean salad, and this weeks sweet potato salad.  Needless to say, I’m hooked!  This recipe, quick cilantro garlic seared shrimp is a weeknight favorite because shrimp cook in a flash! Continue reading