Quinoa Stuffed Peppers
This recipe is definitely a fan favorite– I’ve made it at least 15 times. Even your hard-core “a meal is not a meal without meat” friends will be pleased with these hearty and fulfilling peppers. I used quinoa this time to increase the protein, but I’ve also used brown rice and it works just as well…. Read More»
The Relationship Between Soy, Cancer and Menopause
I’ve had a lot of questions lately from clients about soy milk and soy foods in general. Are soy foods bad for you? Do they cause cancer? Or are they beneficial? I wanted to clear up some of these questions for my readers as well. The soy and cancer controversy concerned only those with a specific… Read More»
Mayan Pumpkin Seed Dip
This light, summery dips’ main ingredient, pumpkin seeds, are high in zinc, selenium and vitamin E– a combo that makes them great for your skin. I adapted this recipe from one I saw in Food & Wine magazine, decreasing the amount of oil and sodium and switching to extra virgin olive oil for an omega… Read More»
What Does a Dietitian Keep in her Kitchen?
Not long after I moved to Dallas, I met fellow dietitian and blogger Dixya via twitter and we decided to have dinner. I never thought I’d be making actual friends via twitter, but hey, I met my boyfriend online, so why not friends too?! Dixya posts some seriously impressive recipes (not to mention her photos!) and… Read More»
Albacore Tuna Patties with Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
I had some whole wheat sandwich pockets leftover yesterday and needed to find a way to use them up, but I was too hungry to take the time to run to the grocery store. I ended up whipping up this simple recipe with common ingredients I already had on hand, and you probably do too…. Read More»
Skinny Burgers!
This is one delicious (and super healthy) Mediterranean meal! If you have this instead of a traditional cheeseburger, you’ll save about 500 calories and 25 grams of saturated fat (the not-so-good stuff). A Five Guys Cheeseburger has about 840 calories and 55g of fat (26.5 saturated). My Skinny Burgers have about 296 calories and 1.5g-6g of saturated… Read More»
Speedy Scallop and Asparagus Saute
This simple but elegant seafood dish can be prepared in under 20 minutes. Asparagus season is in full swing and you should start seeing fresh asparagus popping up at your local farmer’s market soon. Speedy Scallop and Asparagus Saute 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup diced shallots 1 teaspoon thyme 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon… Read More»
Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa
It’s Fresh Fish Friday, April is here, the sun is shining, the birds are chirping and I’m in the mood for a healthy, refreshing seafood dish! Mango Salsa 1 & 1/2 cups mango, peeled and chopped 1 medium sweet red pepper, seeded and chopped 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced 1 jalapeno chile pepper, seeded and finely… Read More»
What’s in Season for Spring? (Dallas, TX)
Buying fruits and vegetables in season and locally helps to ensure maximum nutrition (less transit time, so the crop is peaked at its peak ripeness) and also benefits local farmers and the environment. The following is a list of produce reaching its peak in the Dallas region in spring. Visit your local farmers market this… Read More»
Chocolate Peanut Butter Bread Pudding
This decadent dessert requires minimal prep time and little kitchen talent. The whole grain bread adds fiber; the soy, eggs and PB have protein, the dark chocolate has antioxidants, and the PB also has some healthy fats. A quick and easy dessert that won’t pack on the pounds (as long as you don’t eat it all yourself!)…. Read More»