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meet nikki vega…

Hi, I'm Nikki :) I started this blog as a way to remember my mom, Eva. She made the most delicious food, and she showed her love by cooking for people. This is where I carry on her traditions and share delicious recipes that will help you make memories with your loved ones. Thanks for stopping by, I sincerely hope you enjoy!

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If you need me I’ll be trying every menu item @p

If you need me I’ll be trying every menu item @playabowlsreston. This is the Electric Mermaid pitaya bowl and it totally transported me back to Hawaii 🌈🍍🏄🏻‍♀️🥝🧜‍♀️🥥

NEW RECIPE coming in hot!! Nothing makes for a fas

NEW RECIPE coming in hot!! Nothing makes for a faster dinner than seafood, which is why this this HERBY LEMON BUTTER SALMON is a weeknight champ around here! Not only is done in 30 minutes from start to finish, it’s also incredibly flavorful and of course, healthy! Can I get an amen?!

{recipe link in bio} #loveandfoodforeva

INGRDIENTS
🌿1-1.5 pounds salmon
🌿2 tablespoons olive oil
🌿Kosher salt to taste
🌿1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
🌿2 tablespoons butter
🌿4 cloves of garlic minced
🌿2 tablespoons white wine
🌿3 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
🌿1-2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley chopped

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Generously sprinkle the flesh side of the salmon (not the skin side) with kosher salt and the Italian seasoning.
2. To a large pan, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and warm over medium heat for 2-3 minutes. Then put the salmon into the pan skin side up (seasoned side should be down in the pan). Cook for 4-5 minutes, until it turns a light golden color. Flip the salmon over and cook 3-4 more minutes.
3. Take the pan off the heat and cover tightly with lid, allowing the salmon to sit for 8-10 minutes until cooked through. Place the cooked salmon on a clean plate and remove the skin (it should easily peel off).
4. Back to the same large pan, turn on the heat to medium low and add the butter, allowing it to melt completely. Add the garlic, allowing it to cook for just a minute. Then add the white wine and lemon juice, stir to combine, and let everything cook together for 1-2 minutes.
5. Take the pan off the heat and add the parsley, stir to combine. Put the salmon back into the pan and serve it with some of the sauce on top.

My dad recently shared some old family photos. The

My dad recently shared some old family photos. These shots of me with my parents particularly struck me as I reflect on the violence we’ve all been inundated with recently. I’ve been a bit silent on here recently because I just couldn’t find the words to express my thoughts on the spike in hate crimes against the AAPI (Asian and Pacific Islander) community over the last year. The truth is I’m just tired of it all. Senseless hate and violence against people of color has existed for far too long and it’s exhausting. As a mom, it’s terrifying. My children are half white but they look like me. When I look at their sweet faces, I see the light in their eyes, the love they hold, and the promise their future holds. But I’m struggling with something parents of color have dealt with forever – how do I teach my kids to be kind, happy, and respectful when there are people out there who will judge them and potentially want to cause them harm simply because of the way they look? We need to do better – if not for ourselves, but for the future generations who will be shaped by the way we act and treat each other. No matter how much I’d like to shield them, I don’t want my kids to be ignorant of racism. But I will continually teach love, respect, and empathy to make sure they are always part of the solution.

“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” -MLK Jr.

#stopasianhate #stopaapihate #unitedagainsthate #loveistheanswer #proudfilipino

Excuse me while I face plant in this 15-minute won

Excuse me while I face plant in this 15-minute wonton soup by @skinnytaste! IT 👏🏼 IS 👏🏼 DIVINE 👏🏼 and perfect for dinner while winter makes one last appearance this week! Recipe link in bio :)

Hoping your day/year is as special as you make us

Hoping your day/year is as special as you make us feel everyday. Cheers, dada, we love you!! #birthdayboy

This weather’s got me all 🤗 Almost time for s

This weather’s got me all 🤗 Almost time for smoothie season! 💙💚
.
BLUE SMOOTHIE BOWL
🌿1 frozen banana
🌿2 cups frozen pineapple
🌿1 cube frozen ginger
🌿juice from half a lemon
🌿1/4 – 1/2 cup coconut water
🌿1 Tablespoon @rawnice blue spirulina
🌿toppings: kiwi, banana, hemp seeds

Joy riding. #comeonspring

Joy riding. #comeonspring

Monday is always a fresh start, make it a great we

Monday is always a fresh start, make it a great week! ✌🏼

Sunday (pot roast) dinner 🤍

Sunday (pot roast) dinner 🤍

TGIF!!! If you celebrate Lent then you’re lookin

TGIF!!! If you celebrate Lent then you’re looking for a no-meat meal tonight...might I suggest this finger-licking good SHRIMP SCAMPI GNOCCHI by @damn_delicious 😋

https://damndelicious.net/2018/08/26/shrimp-scampi-gnocchi/

mister cool guy and miss mean mug 😂

mister cool guy and miss mean mug 😂

Alfredo sauce 🤤 If you slather it over spinach

Getting all cozy with my mom’s ARROZ CALDO (chic

What’s on the menu this week? I’m doing the us

What’s on the menu this week? I’m doing the usual dinner planning and these easy peasy grown-up chicken tenders are 100% happening! Give them a try, so fast and so good 😊
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🌿Peanut or vegetable oil, for frying
🌿1 pound chicken cutlets (or flatten boneless skinless breast to 1/4 inch thickness)
🌿2 eggs
🌿1/2 cup all-purpose flour
🌿1 cup panko bread crumbs
🌿1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
🌿1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper
🌿1/4 teaspoon cayenne
🌿1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
🌿1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Honey Mustard:
🌿1/4 cup Dijon mustard
🌿1/4 cup honey
🌿2 tablespoons mayonnaise
🌿1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
🌿Salt and pepper to taste

1. Preheat a large pan over medium heat and fill with oil about 1/4 inch high.
2. Cut the chicken into long strips and set aside.
3. Line up 3 bowls: flour; beaten eggs; panko + all the seasonings.
4. Dip the chicken into the flour (cover completely), then the eggs (letting excess drip), then the panko.
5. Sauté the chicken for 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Put them on paper towels to drain and sprinkle with kosher or sea salt while hot.
6. Serve with honey mustard (just mix all those ingredients together in a bowl!)

Super Bowl might be over but my HAM & SWISS SLIDER

Sunday nights are for meal planning! What are your

Sunday nights are for meal planning! What are your best tips and go-to meals? Share in the comments!👇🏼
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Every Sunday I map out 3-4 easy dinners, using what’s already in our fridge/freezer and pantry (I also have a list on my phone of fool proof dinners to spark ideas!) I make note of anything that needs defrosting and on what days - as is the case with everything else in life, preparation is key! This has changed the game for us, allowing us to eat healthier and keep take out to a minimum.
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TOSTADAS are a great easy dinner that elevates the simple taco game 🌮 The best part? No real recipe needed, and they are dang good.
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SIMPLE TOSTADAS
🌿 ground beef, browned with taco seasoning
🌿 retried beans + sour cream mixed together
🌿 lettuce
🌿 shredded cheese
🌿 salsa
🌿 sour cream
🌿 avocado
🌿 corn tortillas, baked until crispy (or buy tostadas ready made)

Guess who’s 8 months today! These shots are 100%

Guess who’s 8 months today! These shots are 100% our Evie girl: coy, smiley, then completely over it 🤣

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If you need me I’ll be trying every menu item @p

If you need me I’ll be trying every menu item @playabowlsreston. This is the Electric Mermaid pitaya bowl and it totally transported me back to Hawaii 🌈🍍🏄🏻‍♀️🥝🧜‍♀️🥥

NEW RECIPE coming in hot!! Nothing makes for a fas

NEW RECIPE coming in hot!! Nothing makes for a faster dinner than seafood, which is why this this HERBY LEMON BUTTER SALMON is a weeknight champ around here! Not only is done in 30 minutes from start to finish, it’s also incredibly flavorful and of course, healthy! Can I get an amen?!

{recipe link in bio} #loveandfoodforeva

INGRDIENTS
🌿1-1.5 pounds salmon
🌿2 tablespoons olive oil
🌿Kosher salt to taste
🌿1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
🌿2 tablespoons butter
🌿4 cloves of garlic minced
🌿2 tablespoons white wine
🌿3 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
🌿1-2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley chopped

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Generously sprinkle the flesh side of the salmon (not the skin side) with kosher salt and the Italian seasoning.
2. To a large pan, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and warm over medium heat for 2-3 minutes. Then put the salmon into the pan skin side up (seasoned side should be down in the pan). Cook for 4-5 minutes, until it turns a light golden color. Flip the salmon over and cook 3-4 more minutes.
3. Take the pan off the heat and cover tightly with lid, allowing the salmon to sit for 8-10 minutes until cooked through. Place the cooked salmon on a clean plate and remove the skin (it should easily peel off).
4. Back to the same large pan, turn on the heat to medium low and add the butter, allowing it to melt completely. Add the garlic, allowing it to cook for just a minute. Then add the white wine and lemon juice, stir to combine, and let everything cook together for 1-2 minutes.
5. Take the pan off the heat and add the parsley, stir to combine. Put the salmon back into the pan and serve it with some of the sauce on top.

My dad recently shared some old family photos. The

My dad recently shared some old family photos. These shots of me with my parents particularly struck me as I reflect on the violence we’ve all been inundated with recently. I’ve been a bit silent on here recently because I just couldn’t find the words to express my thoughts on the spike in hate crimes against the AAPI (Asian and Pacific Islander) community over the last year. The truth is I’m just tired of it all. Senseless hate and violence against people of color has existed for far too long and it’s exhausting. As a mom, it’s terrifying. My children are half white but they look like me. When I look at their sweet faces, I see the light in their eyes, the love they hold, and the promise their future holds. But I’m struggling with something parents of color have dealt with forever – how do I teach my kids to be kind, happy, and respectful when there are people out there who will judge them and potentially want to cause them harm simply because of the way they look? We need to do better – if not for ourselves, but for the future generations who will be shaped by the way we act and treat each other. No matter how much I’d like to shield them, I don’t want my kids to be ignorant of racism. But I will continually teach love, respect, and empathy to make sure they are always part of the solution.

“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” -MLK Jr.

#stopasianhate #stopaapihate #unitedagainsthate #loveistheanswer #proudfilipino

Excuse me while I face plant in this 15-minute won

Excuse me while I face plant in this 15-minute wonton soup by @skinnytaste! IT 👏🏼 IS 👏🏼 DIVINE 👏🏼 and perfect for dinner while winter makes one last appearance this week! Recipe link in bio :)

Hoping your day/year is as special as you make us

Hoping your day/year is as special as you make us feel everyday. Cheers, dada, we love you!! #birthdayboy

This weather’s got me all 🤗 Almost time for s

This weather’s got me all 🤗 Almost time for smoothie season! 💙💚
.
BLUE SMOOTHIE BOWL
🌿1 frozen banana
🌿2 cups frozen pineapple
🌿1 cube frozen ginger
🌿juice from half a lemon
🌿1/4 – 1/2 cup coconut water
🌿1 Tablespoon @rawnice blue spirulina
🌿toppings: kiwi, banana, hemp seeds

Joy riding. #comeonspring

Joy riding. #comeonspring

Monday is always a fresh start, make it a great we

Monday is always a fresh start, make it a great week! ✌🏼

Sunday (pot roast) dinner 🤍

Sunday (pot roast) dinner 🤍

TGIF!!! If you celebrate Lent then you’re lookin

TGIF!!! If you celebrate Lent then you’re looking for a no-meat meal tonight...might I suggest this finger-licking good SHRIMP SCAMPI GNOCCHI by @damn_delicious 😋

https://damndelicious.net/2018/08/26/shrimp-scampi-gnocchi/

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