This is how I Friday: fluffy, anti-inflammatory golden milk PANCAKES made with antioxidant-rich Suncore Foods turmeric powder. Happy Friday and almost weekend! Do you have brunch plans? These pancakes are officially on my menu! Golden milk has become super trendy in the wellness world – and with good reason! TURMERIC has been prized for centuries […]

Friday night plans include veggie avocado quesadillas! I am totally on a quesadilla kick lately. I can’t get enough of the grain-free cassava tortillas by Siete made with coconut and cassava flour. Typically I add a protein to my quesadillas for added staying power but today I was all about the veggies and creamy avocado. […]

The first day of summer is next week! Today on CBS WTOC, I shared healthy snack and meal ideas that you can enjoy all season long. Cheese Kabobs This is what I call a snack with staying power – you get high quality protein from the cheese and fiber from the fruits and veggies! I […]

Let’s taco-bout this SALAD. I LOVE taco salads. I go to Taco Boy at least once a month here in Charleston for their taco salad with lime vinaigrette dressing. I’m always determined to find out how they make it so good so I can recreate it at home. First and foremost, it is all about […]

Quinoa taco cups making this stormy day in Charleston, super bright and yummy! Made with plant-protein packed whole grain quinoa & black beans, summery corn, mini bell peppers and diced avocado. All tossed together with a light honey mustard dressing. This is summer on a plate! This dressing is super versatile and can be used […]

Cheers the the first month of summer! Warmer weather always has me craving even more fresh produce like strawberries, cucumbers and celery.  Produce is primarily made up of water (about 80-90 %) so it’s another way to keep hydrated during those warmer months. Another delicious and refreshing way to stay hydrated are aqua frescas! This […]

The PERFECT summer bite: bell pepper + corn + avocado! Happy June and happy national fresh fruit and veggie month! Today on Good Food Friday I shared some fun ways to incorporate more veggies this summer including these mini bell pepper corn poppers.  These bite-sized snacks just scream summer and are a great way to […]

It’s Good Food Friday on ABC Charleston! Today we kicked off summer with a fruit and veggie celebration for National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month. Why are fruits and veggies so important? Fruits and veggies are low in calories but high in vitamins, minerals and fiber, which keeps us full! As a dietitian I am often […]

Is there anything more nostalgic than a classic PB&J treat? I am so excited to share these peanut butter and jelly probiotic bars. They are made with whole grain oats, sweetened with date sugar and contain crunchy peanuts in each bite. I topped them with a creamy PB&J swirl and even used peanut MILK. Talk […]

The only keto dinner recipe you will ever need: ZUCCHINI BOATS! In-season summer squash, grass-fed beef and sharp cheddar thick cut shreds = the EASIEST weeknight dinner. One of the number one questions I’ve been asked lately is: what is the keto diet? The media often links it to weight loss, increased energy levels and […]