This month’s theme for the Recipe ReDux was “Sea What You’ve Been Missing” — the challenge was to create an appealing recipe using “little fishes” or sea vegetables. Little fish like sardines and anchovies are some of the most nutritious fish we can eat, full of the super beneficial omega-3 fatty acids. And thanks to the small edible bones in anchovies…
By Megan Kian This past January I spent a few days with some close friends in Arizona. As we trekked through the beautiful “red rocks” that comprise Sedona, we scrounged up energy for a three-hour hike from the jerky we had bought in a town nearby. Beef jerky is easy to make, a great source of protein, and low in…
By Megan Kian Some people may think of chocolate as an indulgence, but in moderation chocolate can be a part of a healthy diet. As I’ve mentioned before, chocolate contains flavonoids, a type of antioxidant found in plant-based foods. Antioxidants are great for your body because they help repair cells and prevent certain diseases. This month’s Recipe ReDux theme, “Chocolate:…
This month’s Recipe ReDux theme is “A Whole New Grain.” My fellow ReDuxers and I were put to the challenge of cooking up a whole grain that we or are readers are not familiar with. Unfortunately time passed by and I never got a chance to make a new recipe (even though I have some freekeh in my pantry that…
It’s that time again: the monthly Recipe Redux blog challenge! Last month’s theme was grilling (if you missed my Grilled Salmon Burgers with Cherry Chutney check it out), and in keeping with the spirit of summer, the Recipe Redux founders made this month’s theme Summer Beverages. Back in April, Nutritioulicious intern Megan posted a refreshing recipe for Strawberry, Lemon, and…
Give your kids – and yourself – a nutritious and delicious start to the school day with these quick and healthy breakfast recipes! Pin this Post *Originally posted August 2018; Updated August 2019* School is back in session for most of your kiddos, and that means your life is probably back to being extra busy! I remember getting so excited for the…
Pin these Flavor-Boosting Recipes Thanks to herbs and spices, these 40+ flavor-boosting recipes are nutritious and delicious without lots of added sodium, fat and calories! Adding flavor to food can be fun and simple and doesn’t have to involve increased calories, unhealthy fat, added sugar, and sodium. I love cooking with herbs and spices – they’re an easy and healthy…
Whether fresh, frozen, canned, or dried, cranberries are a year-round superfood. Add these 40+ healthy cranberry recipes to your meal plan soon! Pin this Post This post was sponsored by The Cranberry Institute as part of an ongoing partnership. I only work with brands and organizations that I believe in and as always all opinions are my own. Sharing healthy…
Say goodbye to 2016 with a roundup of the top Nutritioulicious recipes and posts of the year! Well, we’re finally here at the end of 2016. It’s hard to believe that another year has gone by and another new one is starting. I haven’t quite figured out my professional goals for 2017, but one thing I definitely plan to do…
Find out the truth about some common chicken myths and enjoy over 35 nutritious, delicious and healthy chicken recipes. This post was written as part of my ongoing sponsored partnership with the U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance. All opinions expressed are my own. I’ve mentioned before when it comes to food, there’s a month or special day to celebrate everything—December is…
Packing a healthy school lunch for your kids is quick and easy with these five kid- and mom-approved ideas (plus 40+ recipes to put them into action)! Pin this Post Everyone knows what the month of August is well-known for: back to school season (and brutally hot temperatures, at least here in NY!). But did you know that August is…
