Mexican Made Easy Season 5 Episode 13 Light and Healthy Mexican Food

In this episode of Mexican Made Easy season 5, host Marcela Valladolid takes on the challenge of creating light and healthy Mexican dishes. As traditional Mexican cuisine can be heavy and full of carbs, Valladolid aims to put a fresh spin on this beloved cuisine.

The episode begins with Valladolid preparing a refreshing watermelon agua fresca, a perfect way to start any meal especially for the hot summer months. Next, she moves on to the main course- a grilled fish taco salad. Valladolid explains how using fish instead of beef or pork can cut down on calories and how grilling the fish instead of frying it makes for a lighter dish. The salad is loaded with veggies like cucumbers, corn, and avocado, creating a colorful and healthy plate. To elevate the dish, Valladolid makes a homemade green goddess dressing, adding a tangy and herbaceous flavor.

For the second dish, Valladolid makes a vegetarian out of quinoa and black beans. This dish is protein-packed and fills you up without the added calories. The dish is incredibly easy to make and has a lot of flavor with the addition of sautéed onions and peppers. Valladolid also shares a simple recipe for a homemade salsa to top off the dish that's bursting with fresh flavors.

Next, Valladolid makes a shrimp and cucumber ceviche, which is a light and refreshing dish that's perfect for summertime. She explains how she uses cooked shrimp instead of raw to avoid any potential risks of foodborne illnesses. She also uses fresh lime juice to cook the shrimp, making it incredibly tender, along with a blend of spices that adds an exotic flavor to the dish.

Lastly, Valladolid creates a healthy twist on a classic dessert- churros. Instead of deep-frying the dough, Valladolid shows how to bake the churros to achieve the same crispy and light texture. She also pairs it with a light vanilla yogurt dip, instead of the traditional chocolate sauce to make it much healthier.

Throughout the episode, Valladolid shares tips and tricks for cutting down on calories and creating healthy yet flavorful dishes, showcasing that Mexican food can be both light and delicious.

Mexican Made Easy season 5 episode 13 provides viewers with a fresh take on healthy Mexican cuisine. With a mix of refreshing drinks, protein-packed dishes, and a healthy dessert, Marcela Valladolid shows us that Mexican food doesn't have to be unhealthy. Her inventive ideas, simple recipes, and colorful dishes inspire viewers to try new recipes that are healthy and satisfying.