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This salad is a blend of roasted sweet potatoes, southwestern flavor, and plant-based protein. It makes a colorful and filling meal that is easy to prep. Whether it’s for a hearty family dinner or multiple lunches throughout your week – it’s a yummy twist to your standard salad. Adding warm ingredients to any salad […]
A recipe based on pantry staples just might make the difference between ordering takeout and having a healthy, balanced meal in minutes. A few pantry items rounded out with fresh produce (use what you’ve got!) means this dish delivers a satisfying mix of protein, carbohydrates, and veggies all-in-one-skillet. Quick, healthy, and delicious…check out the recipe […]
Research shows some healthy foods may be problematic to individuals who have certain health conditions or a compromised digestive tract. Grain-free ingredients and recipes have become more common as a means of reducing potentially inflammatory foods. This 90-second bread is an affordable, homemade alternative for a versatile, grain-free option. Rich in protein and healthy fats […]
Sometimes, you might just want an easy plan to follow. We created these meals ideas with only 5 main ingredients in each, as an easy way for you to cook new dinners at home. Deconstructed Shepherd’s Pie Blackened Salmon & Grain Bowl Sheet Pan Pesto Chicken & Veggies Burrito Bowl Egg Roll in a […]
We all encounter a time when we are one or two ingredients short for a recipe. Maybe we didn’t put something on our list because we thought we had some at home. Or we did have some at home, but it was expired. Maybe there is a global pandemic and we’re not willing or […]
Eating your vegetables is something our dietitians at Summerfield are never shy to suggest. So rather than talk about ‘sneaking’ veggies into a recipe, we’re here with one that is screaming from the rooftops…”I HAVE VEGGIES!” How so? The bright red color of these lovely cookies is derived entirely from a few tablespoons of pureed […]
Eating a truly balanced breakfast can set your day up for success! This means carbs, healthy fats, protein, fiber, and tons of nutrients. Flax seeds are an all-star ingredient and can help make breakfast delicious and well-rounded. This small seed has protein, fiber, and healthy omega-3 fatty acids, which are vital for health and fighting inflammation.
This bold beverage gets its vibrant color and unique flavor from the spice turmeric. Turmeric is native to India and southeast Asia, often utilized culturally to aid in reducing inflammation, aches, pains, colds, and coughs. Golden mylk is a combination of warming spices typically prepared in steamed coconut milk, though any type of milk can […]
The bright orange color of pumpkin doesn't only match Halloween decor & that mason jar filled to the brim with candy corn; that gorgeous festive pigment also means that it's loaded with beta-carotene (or Vitamin A)! Did you know that just one cup of pumpkin puree contains 763% of the amount of Vitamin A you need per day?!
Gut health is all the rage in health trends. Dietitians care so much about your gut because it’s where digestion and nutrient absorption happens. This health “trend” will probably stick around for some time, though, since research indicates that our gut health can affect so many other aspects of our overall wellbeing. This includes weight […]