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Category: Snacks

Pumpkin Oat Bites
Having well-balanced snacks on hand that offer whole-grain carbohydrates, plant-based protein, healthy fat, and plenty of micronutrients will help you stay energized throughout the day. What’s more, this snack comes together in 15 minutes, requires zero cooking, and gives you a chance to get your hands a little messy. Bonus if you have young ones who love to help out in the kitchen! Enjoying healthy snacks while connecting with family members — that’s how to optimize lifestyle.
Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN · March 9, 2022 · < 1 min read
Drunken Broccoli in Thai Almond Sauce
The two stars of this show, broccoli and almonds, pack a huge nutrition punch. They’re both good sources of calcium, and that’s not all. Broccoli also has vitamin C, potassium, phosphorus, zinc, and iron. Almonds are a good source of plant-based protein, as well as calcium, magnesium, vitamin E, and B vitamins. How cool that such a simple dish can offer so much, helping our bodies function at their best!
Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN · February 9, 2022 · 2 min read
Black Bean Tostadas with Sweet Potatoes and Poblano Peppers
These tasty tostadas have lots going for them. First, they’re very easy to make. They’re also versatile, and can act as a satisfying main meal, fun appetizer, or sustainable snack. Packed with vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients from the beans, sweet potatoes and slaw ingredients, they’re also loaded with an important type of carbohydrate — fiber! We can’t wait for you to try them.
Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN · December 22, 2021 · 2 min read
Brussels Sprouts and Pear Slaw with Turmeric Tahini Dressing
Brussels sprouts may not be everyone’s favorite, so we encourage you to try them in a variety of ways. Simply changing the way they’re cut or cooked can turn you from a loather to a lover. When Brussels sprouts are shaved into a slaw then combined with sweet pear, they’re especially delicious. Enjoy this slaw by itself, on top of veggie burgers, or in grain bowls.
Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN · December 3, 2021 · < 1 min read
Brussels Sprouts with Spicy Mustard Dipping Sauce
These Brussels sprouts act as the (nutritious) vehicle for a creamy, tempting Spicy Mustard Dipping Sauce. If you don’t love raw Brussels sprouts because of their bitterness, boiling (or steaming) them can significantly reduce their bitterness. Though you will lose some nutrients from boiling or steaming, these are still worth a try. You might even find that they give you your breakthrough Brussels sprouts experience.
Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN · December 3, 2021 · < 1 min read
Mixed Berry and Banana Fruit Leather
Store-bought fruit snacks can include processed sugar — sometimes more sugar than fruit! Making your own fruit leather at home is not only healthier, but it’s also lots of fun! Plus, it gives you an opportunity to use and preserve any fruit you think might go bad before it’s eaten. Options for creating fun fruit snacks are endless, from pineapple mango to apple kiwi to berry banana. Use the recipe below as a guide for all of your fruit leather creations to come!
Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN · November 3, 2021 · 2 min read
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