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For kids who are skeptical about trying spinach, broccoli, zucchini, or anything green, serve up a green smoothie instead. My green smoothie "formula" is the perfect combination of 100% orange juice, Greek yogurt, baby spinach, mint, cucumber, frozen mango, and banana. And if it passes the lips of your family members without complaint, I've got even more suggestions for making it greener, thicker, or naturally sweeter. Consider this Garden Green Smoothie recipe a healthy and delicious gateway to getting everyone ...
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Snack Ideas for Kids | Recipe: Make-Your-Own Snack Mix
If you are a parent or grandparent and you’re struggling to get your kids to eat their fruits, veggies, and whole grains, I'm here to the rescue with three snack ideas that score top grades with kids. Read on for ...
Kisir | Turkish Bulgur Salad
It's Turkish Cuisine Week, so I'm celebrating with this recipe for Kisir, a grain salad made with fine bulgur wheat (cracked wheat berries that are partially pre-cooked and easy to prepare), vegetables, and fresh herbs. This salad can be stuffed ...
Chocolate Cherry Chia Pudding
Imagine an easy dessert that has the potential to fight cancer, promote good health, and satisfy a sweet tooth all at the same time! Yes please! The star ingredients in this easy-to-assemble, gluten-free Chocolate Cherry Chia Pudding recipe are cherries, ...
Mediterranean Farro Salad with Pistachios, Asparagus, and Mint | National Nutrition Month
March is National Nutrition Month, and this year’s theme from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is, “Fuel the Future.” To celebrate NNM, here are four important tips for fueling better health for you and the planet, including a recipe ...
Raspberry Tofu Mousse + Why I Eat “Processed” Foods
Can you believe this plant-based raspberry mousse is made with tofu! It’s so creamy and rich and dare I say, healthy? This simple recipe starts with silken tofu. It gets blended together with frozen raspberries, maple syrup, lemon juice, coconut ...
Chicken and Pinto Bean Tacos
These Chicken and Pinto Bean Tacos are more plant than poultry. They're made with just half a pound of boneless, skinless chicken breast as well as a can of pinto beans, bell pepper, onion, salsa, corn tortillas, and lots of ...
Gluten-Free Pumpkin Maple Pancakes
Start your family’s day with a stack of healthy pumpkin pancakes. My super nutritious and gluten-free Pumpkin Maple Pancakes are made with almond flour, gluten free all-purpose flour and ground flaxseed as well as milk, eggs, maple syrup, and canned ...
Barley & Chickpea Stew: Simple, Affordable, Nourishing, and Delicious
I live in New England, so when summer turns to fall (which often is abrupt and a shock to the system), I turn my attention from salads—which sustain my family all summer long—to soups and stews. One of our favorite ...
I’m a registered dietitian nutritionist, and I’ve been passionate about healthy food, family nutrition, and vibrant living for over 30 years. Helping you, your family, and the people around you discover the joy of wholesome and delicious food is not just my job—it’s my mission.
