Strawberry oatmeal NESTS for busy mornings and afternoons. A whole grain bite made with in-season strawberries and creamy vanilla yogurt. Pack these on the go or enjoy for a quick weekday morning brekkie! As a busy RD running between clients and TV stations, I am all about easy and healthy. These definitely fit the bill! […]

Plant-based superfood cookies for BREAKFAST, yes please!  Meet the breakfast cookie that dietitian’s dreams are made of. Made with whole grain oats and nutrient-packed “superfoods”. Superfood is a word we hear all the time. It’s a general word used to describe foods with a HIGH level of nutrients (think antioxidants, vitamins and minerals) relative to […]

Easiest, nutrient-packed, weeknight dinner EVER: lemony salmon packets! Packed with protein, probiotics and omega-3 fats. These are nutrient-rich and full of flavor! I love adding citrus to my proteins when I am cooking them in the oven or on the grill. It’s an easy and nutritious was to infuse flavor. Because these are made with […]

It finally feels like spring in Charleston! Today I shared Spring Entertaining ideas with a healthy twist for Good Food Friday! A nutritious way to do chips and dip Swap potato chips out for ChickBean Crisps by Saffron Road! They are made with chickpeas, lentils and vegetables – so you’re getting protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals. They […]

  It’s 5 o’clock somewhere!  This four-ingredient cocktail is the perfect way to ring in this beautiful SPRING weekend. It’s made with in-season strawberries, zesty lemon and a better-for-you soda called SIPP. Sipp is an organic craft soda made with organic fruit and herbs, lightly sweetened with agave nectar. They have delicious flavors like Mojo […]

Breakfast is served! I am so excited to share this recipe because it basically tastes like pizza for breakfast but heavy on the veg part – TOMATOES! Fun fact: tomatoes are botanically a fruit but for culinary purposes, are referred to as a veggies. So, veggies for breakfast it is! This recipe only calls for […]

Seasonal produce has my heart – especially when it’s all together in a dreamy salad! Celery, radishes and peas are in season and go together seamlessly in this spring salad tossed in a homemade lemony dressing. Looking for dish to bring to your next seasonal soiree? Look no further! Nothing says spring like all the […]

Meet the pasta of my dreams: high protein and fiber pistachio pesto pasta! Pesto is one of those foods that I never get tired of. It’s earthiness and good-for-you ingredients make it a staple for virtually every savory meals at my house: lean proteins, roasted veggies and PASTA, of course. I especially love make it […]

Meet my latest lunchtime obsession: salad in a Mason jar. It’s easy to assemble before a busy week, a visual way to check all your nutrient boxes and totally customizable. Start with dressing at the bottom and keep the leafy greens toward the top to prevent them from getting soggy. Add your colorful and nutritious […]

Today on Good Food Friday, we celebrated the end of National Nutrition Month with some easy and nutritious meals and snacks. Rethink Breakfast Smoothies are a nutritious way to start your day. I shared my workout partner smoothie made with no-sugar added 100% Pomegranate Juice from POM Wonderful known for its antioxidants. Pomegranate juice is a good […]

10-minute pita pizzas… say no more! These take five minutes to assemble, are loaded with veggies and contain a balance of nutrients that will keep you feeling full and nourished all afternoon.  No meat, no problem! You don’t have to be a vegetarian to love these single-serving pizzas. Topped with PULSES, these a good source […]

  Nothing says spring like zesty, tart and sweet lemon BITES. Yes… a bite-sized version of lemon bars! Does it get any better than bite-sized desserts? Cute, perfectly portioned and you can have two – three with no guilt. 😉 I am so excited about these because I used a new-to-me sweetener called Sugar 2.0. […]

As we get into spring-cleaning, let’s not forget our pantry and fridge! Today I shared some delicious and nutritious swaps for Good Food Friday on ABC Lowcountry Live. Eat more fruit this spring! Froozer frozen fruit snacks are a unique and delicious way to enjoy fruit this spring. They’re made with a blend of 100% […]