Summer has officially arrived with Fourth of July next week! This holiday is all about celebrating and enjoying delicious food. Of course, summer is all about grilling and I can’t get enough of VEGGIE kebabs. These are made with in-season bell peppers which are so naturally sweet and taste even better when grilled. Red onion […]

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 […]

This weekend marks the unofficial start of summer! Today on Good Food Friday, I shared healthy seasonal menu swaps for Memorial Day. A lightened-up Patriotic Cocktail I shared a lightened-up patriotic cocktail – a red white and blue wine spritzer! Instead of using sugar to sweeten them, I used Stevia In The Raw – which […]

HELLO three-day Memorial Day weekend! I’m kicking off the unofficial start of summer in partnership with Stevia In The Raw by sipping on these lightened-up Red, White & Blue Wine Spritzers! Made with in-season berries & star-shaped apples – this cocktail could not be any more seasonal or patriotic. Instead of using sugar to sweeten this cocktail, I used […]

This weekend marks the unofficial start of SUMMER and I could not be more excited. Warm weather, longer days and lots of beach time is on the horizon. That being said, we certainly can not forget the FOOD. This has to be the easiest Memorial Day appetizer that you can take from the oven to […]

  These 80+ degree temps call for cooling off in the most FUN way possible: hydrating, electrolyte-replenishing red, white & blue coconut water popsicles! Made with fiber- and antioxidant-rich blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, and potassium- and electrolyte-rich coconut water. If you are scrambling to put together a fun, healthy and delicious Memorial Day menu that the […]

  Meet your NEW favorite naturally gluten-free pizza packed with veggies: eggplant pizza bites! Made with an in-season summer veggie replacement crust that is naturally gluten-free and high in fiber: Eggplant! Eggplant is mild in taste and has a sponge-like texture which allows it  to soak up all the yummy flavors it is prepared with. […]

Quesadillas are the ultimate comfort food. Is anything better than a crispy tortilla with melty cheese goodness? These better-for-you spicy buffalo quesadillas are SO easy to make. I used leftover cooked chicken in my fridge which meant this meal came together in minutes. Have you heard of Siete coconut and cassava tortillas? I am obsessed. […]