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Baked Tilapia with Fennel & Dried Plums

Herb and spice-rubbed baked tilapia is served over a bed of caramelized  fennel, onions, and dried plums for a quick and easy weeknight dinner and delicious way to boost your seafood intake. This recipe originally appeared in the January 2017 issue of Today’s Dietitian Magazine. I was compensated for writing the original article, “Tender Tilapia,” and developing the recipe, but…

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranate Glaze

Roasted Brussels sprouts are tossed with a sweet pomegranate maple glaze and topped with pomegranate seeds in this simple and delicious side dish perfect for the holiday season and beyond. This recipe originally appeared in the December 2016 issue of Today’s Dietitian Magazine. I was compensated for writing the original article, “Brussels Sprouts: Little Cabbages with Big Flavor and Nutrition,”…

Tomato White Bean Soup with Kale Pesto

Warm up this fall and winter with a bowl of tomato white bean soup topped off with a dollop of kale pesto. Serve with a hunk of crusty bread for dipping. Pin the Recipe Even though I grew up and still live in the northeast, I’m not the biggest fan of cold weather. The only thing I like about the cold?…

Late Summer Vegetable Soup

Use the last of summer’s bounty of zucchini, tomatoes, and corn  to make this hearty vegetable soup brimming with flavor and nutrition.  Pin the Recipe I was compensated for writing the original article, “Summer Squash,” and developing the recipe found in the September 2016 issue of Today’s Dietitian. I was not compensated for sharing the column or magazine with readers on my…

Grilled Fresh Salmon Burgers

Quick and easy grilled fresh salmon burgers are full of flavor and nutrition. A great alternative to classic beef burgers for your summer barbecue! This page contains affiliate links. See below for full disclosure statement. Five years ago I joined a recipe challenge group called The Recipe ReDux and shared this salmon burger recipe in my inaugural post. Back then,…

Strawberry Arugula Salad with Fennel, Toasted Almonds, and Strawberry Champagne Vinaigrette

Sweet, juicy strawberries, crisp fennel, peppery arugula, and crunchy toasted almonds are tossed together in a sweet and elegant strawberry Champagne vinaigrette dressing for an easy weeknight side dish or festive appetizer for company. Pin the Recipe This page contains affiliate links. See below for full disclosure statement. Did you know May is National Salad Month? If not, then now you…

Spring Pea and Radish Farro Salad with Lemon Mint Vinaigrette

Nutty farro, crunchy radishes, and sweet peas are tossed together in a tart lemon mint dressing in this bright Spring Pea and Radish Farro Salad! This page contains affiliate links. See below for full disclosure statement. Pass the Peas Do you like peas? When I was a kid, peas and carrots was one of my favorite side dishes. Actually it…

Grilled Avocados Stuffed with Corn & Black Bean Salsa

Grilled avocados are stuffed with a light and fresh mixture of corn, black beans, and tomatoes in this elegant yet simple appetizer, side dish, or vegan entrée. I am so happy that grilling season is here! It took quite some time for spring to join us here in New York, but the season has arrived and with it all the…

Valentine’s Dark Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie

Dark chocolate, creamy greek yogurt, and sweet strawberries are the perfect combination in this frosty, heart-healthy Valentine’s Day Dark Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie! Raise your hand if you love chocolate covered strawberries… Are you raising your hand? If so, you’ll love this Dark Chocolate Strawberry Smoothie! I’m definitely a believer that chocolate makes just about everything and anything better, and a…

Cranberry Ginger Sorghum Salad {Recipe ReDux}

This sorghum salad is made by infusing whole-grain sorghum with fresh cranberries and ginger for a flavorful and nutrient-rich side dish. Serve it alongside your favorite protein for a balanced lunch or dinner. In honor of the first Recipe ReDux of 2016, this month’s theme is A New Ingredient for the New Year.  Pick a new ingredient that you’ve been wanting…

Lightened Up Macaroni and Cheese

Lightened-Up Macaroni and Cheese is so creamy, cheesy, ooey, and gooey that you’d never know it’s better for you!   Pin the Recipe You may not believe me, but lightened-up macaroni and cheese does exist, and I am going to tell you how. But before I do, let me fill you in on my love of mac n cheese. Mac…