Nutrition

I’m a Dietician and These Are the Recipes I Make When I Need a Health Boost

written by MORGAN TARMANN, MS, RD, LDN

It happens to all of us: You’re on a roll prioritizing your health and wellness goals, then suddenly you’re stressed with a big work project and your personal life takes a dramatic turn or you fall victim to the common cold, leaving you feeling completely drained. When I find myself in the thick of feeling the least like my best self, I turn to nutrient-dense foods that help me glow from the inside out. I’m talking smoothies with antioxidants, plant- forward meals, and dishes with heart-healthy fats. If you’re looking for a health boost or simply wanting to kickstart your wellness goals, keep reading for healthy recipes you can make today.

 

1. Soba Noodle Spring Rolls with Peanut Sauce 

 

2. Spaghetti Squash Pasta Boats

 

3. Chickpea and Spinach Curry

 

4. Green Smoothie

 

5. Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajita Bowl

 

6. Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Salmon

 

7. Chickpea Salad Sandwich

 

8. Cara Cara Orange Arugula Salad

Source: Lively Table

 

9. Sesame Almond Brussels Sprouts

Source: Lively Table

 

10. Carrot Ginger Turmeric Smoothie

 

11. Strawberry Avocado Crunch Salad

 

12. Banana Breakfast Cookies

 

13. Sheet Pan Veggie Bake

 

14. Roasted Butternut Squash Pasta

 

15. Jicama Fries