Quinoa Buddha Bowl
Have you tried a buddha bowl yet? They are popping up on menus around the country and made up of large quantities of nourishing, fiber rich vegetables and hearty whole grains. Urban dictionary defines buddha bowls as “a bowl which is packed so full that it has a rounded ‘belly’ appearance on the top much like the belly… Read More»
Summer Salsas with Mango & Papaya
Post and recipe by Arianna Soto, Nutrition Awareness Intern Summer is the season of papaya, mangos, and melons. I stock up and eat them fresh as much as possible but I also like to work them into recipes. Salsas are super refreshing and are perfect to take to barbecues or to top a fish taco or… Read More»
Baked Eggs with Roasted Tomatoes
By Mary Curnutte, Nutrition Awareness Intern This is officially my last post as an intern with Nutrition Awareness! I am graduating from Saint Louis University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nutrition & Dietetics this May. I will be continuing my education by starting a Dietetic Internship combined with a Master’s of Nutrition & Dietetics at… Read More»
Roasted Cinnamon Brussels Sprouts with Walnuts
Post by Mary Curnutte, Nutrition Awareness Intern So simple you don’t have an excuse to not bring veggies to you holiday meal! These cinnamon-sweet sprouts are perfect for the holidays and a simple addition to any meal. You can speed through the prep in 10 minutes then throw them in the oven for 20. You can also prep the ingredients… Read More»
4-Step Pumpkin Bread
Post by Mary Curnutte, Nutrition Awareness Intern You need a game plan for a filling breakfast over your holiday break. DO NOT skip breakfast in anticipation of a big meal later, you’ll only end up getting overly hungry and eating more in the long run. Trick your family into thinking they’re getting a treat for… Read More»
Simple Butternut Squash Soup
Post by Mary Curnutte, Nutrition Awareness Intern The holidays are starting to come around. For me that means wanting to consume alllll the fall flavors. Spiced apple desserts, pumpkin everything… lots of comfort food. The business of the season, colder temperatures and shorter days makes it easier to excuse snacking on sugary fall treats instead of wholesome, nutritious foods…. Read More»
Mary’s Guilt-Free Cookie Dough
Post and recipe by Mary Curnutte, Nutrition Awareness Intern Healthy cookie dough?! Be still my heart. If you’re like me and love to sink your teeth into a spoonful of gooey, creamy, delicious cookie dough, it’s not something you want to give up (despite the raw egg warnings– salmonella, schmalmonella). I’ve tried making all the… Read More»
Fresh Fish Friday: Baked Halibut with Garlicky Kale & Toasted Cashews
I’ve got a quick, easy, super healthy and flavorful meal to share with you this week! A lot of people tell me that they wish they ate more fish but they just don’t know how to prepare it or what kinds to look for. Fish seems to be the most intimidating protein in the kitchen… Read More»
Mason Jar Lentil Salad
Recipe and post by Mary Curnette, Nutrition Awareness Intern Mason jar salads are all the rage! It’s only the coolest way to get your veggies in… duh! You can layer the greens on the bottom, add the crunchier veggies, then the protein and the salad dressing last. Wait to shake and mix the dressing until… Read More»
Easy Feta Frittata
If you’ve seen my Instagram lately, you probably spied these cute little his and hers frittatas. I finally found a use for this teeny tiny cast iron skillet! We’ve been brunching in a lot lately, which is a huge switch from Texas life. While I’ll admit that I do enjoy the whole dress up in… Read More»