Author: Melissa Russell
-
Nourish High Fiber Veggie and Lentil Soup with Lemon Broth
This beats the cabbage soup diet any time! As a dietitian who focuses on cholesterol management, fiber is a mainstay in my conversations. But weight loss is too — this can also improve cholesterol numbers for those that are overweight. This nourishing high fiber vegetable and lentil soup is perfect for heart health as it…
-
Spanish Chicken, Rice, and beans with Chimichurri Sauce
Tonight’s agenda: Spanish flavors but make it high protein and high fiber ❤️ Sunday family dinners is one of the great nostalgias of our time whether a your sharing a meal with your family or you have a few friends or neighbors over – socialization and routine can have a big impact on your health.…
-
Sheet pan Greek Chicken and Vegetables with Vinaigrette
A healthy diet is often not low fat, but the right type of fat. We want to limit Saturated fat to less than 10% of total calories – it is well known that above this increases risk of heart disease. Saturated fat is fat that is solid at room temperature think butter, coconut and palm…
-
Greek Lemon Chicken Casserole with Orzo Bake
This Greek Chicken & Orzo Casserole is the easy one-pan dinner every busy mom needs. It’s hearty, healthy, and perfectly balanced—exactly what you want on a chilly night. Mediterranean flavors, simple ingredients, and a full family meal in one dish. Save this for weeknights or your next family event… it always impresses guests. Share with…
-
How to Make the Juiciest, Most Flavorful Turkey (Simple Holiday Method)
This is the juicy, golden-brown turkey recipe busy moms swear by because it’s flavorful, low-stress, and beautifully foolproof. If you want an easy Thanksgiving turkey that makes the whole holiday feel special, this is it. Turkey sets the tone for the whole meal. A perfectly cooked turkey brings balance to all the rich sides and…
-
The Perfect Salty and Sweet Holiday Salad
If you want to be the person who brings the standout dish to Thanksgiving… bring this salad. 🥗🍁 In my opinion, salad is often underrated on Thanksgiving, but it’s the one thing that brings balance, freshness, and texture to a heavier holiday meal. This Holiday Salad is salty, sweet, fiber-packed, and guaranteed to disappear fast.…
-
Holiday Cranberry Pecan Egg Salad Crostini (Festive & High-Protein)
A fresh twist on a holiday classic you didn’t know you needed This Thanksgiving, give your traditional recipes a simple upgrade with these Cranberry Pecan Egg Salad Crostinis. They’re the perfect make-ahead appetizer, pair beautifully with any holiday meal, and bring that cozy holiday nostalgia with a sweet cranberry kick. The crunch, the creaminess, the…
-
Healthy Chocolate Muffins with Carrot & Spinach (Kid-Friendly + Whole Wheat)
Trying to pack more veggies into your day (or your kids’) without a fight? These healthy chocolate carrot and spinach muffins are the perfect hidden-veggie breakfast. They’re made with whole wheat flour, real cocoa, grated carrots, and blended spinach, giving you fiber, antioxidants, and a little boost of greens — all disguised in a rich,…
-
Easy Air Fryer Holiday Stuffing – No Mess, All the Flavor
Did you know you can make holiday stuffing in the air fryer with zero mess and all the crunch? Stuffing is probably the one dish I look forward to the most during Thanksgiving and this air fryer stuffing provides a soft flavorful center with a crunchy textured outside making it a perfect complement to any…
-
Easy Salmon Cucumber Salad Recipe – Healthy Mediterranean Lunch
Looking for a light, high-protein meal this holiday season? This salmon cucumber salad is fresh, flavorful, and perfect for when you want something quick and light. It works as a snack, a topping for a veggie-packed salad, or paired with warm sourdough for a balanced meal — you really can’t go wrong! Try to find…