Farming Of Today: How Technology & Innovation Help Grow Safe & Delicious Produce
Heather Mangieri RDN
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD
1y ago
Growing enough safe, delicious produce to feed our growing population is a top priority for farmers. I saw it firsthand while visiting table grape vineyards, citrus groves and stone fruit orchards in the San Joaquin valley. Here, I’m sharing a recap of what I learned during a safe fruits and veggies farm tour. Disclosure: The Alliance for Food and Farming invited me to participate in this safe fruits and veggies farm tour, and covered all costs associated with my participation. I was compensated for my time to write this blog post, but all thoughts, opinions and experiences I’m sharing a ..read more
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Banana Protein Smoothie
Heather Mangieri RDN
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD
2y ago
If you love banana flavored foods, you’re going to love this creamy banana protein smoothie. It’s a super simple recipe that’s packed with protein, vitamin D, calcium and potassium! If you think you don’t have time to eat healthy, you haven’t met the smoothie. Smoothies are one of the easiest ways to pack tons of nutrition into one glass. I’ve been sharing nutritious smoothie recipes on my blog for years.  Some are more involved and have unique ingredients. Others are super simple and can be made with common pantry staples. This banana protein smoothie is one of the simple recipes. It l ..read more
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Hearty Lentil Soup
Heather Mangieri RDN
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD
2y ago
This hearty lentil soup is filled with flavor and loaded with nutrients. One serving provides 10 grams of fiber, 18 grams of plant-based protein and 40% of the daily value for iron. If you came to my blog for a delicious, easy-to-make, nutritious soup, you’ll landed in the right place. The combination of fiber and plant-based protein in this heart lentil soup is sure to fill your belly and keep you satisfied until your next meal. It pairs great with a piece of crunchy bread or  some whole grain crackers. Ingredients To Make Lentil Soup If you follow my blog, then you know I’m a huge fan ..read more
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Easy, Chicken Fried Rice
Heather Mangieri RDN
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD
2y ago
This chicken fried rice tastes just as good as takeout and is even better reheated. Make it for a quick family dinner then eat the leftovers for lunch throughout the week. Homemade chicken fried rice has been a staple meal in my house for as long as I can remember. Before I had kids, I’d make it as part of my weekend meal prep so I had a quick lunch to eat throughout the week. Now that I’m feeding a family, I double the recipe so I’m sure to have leftovers from dinner. It’s an easy meal for the kids to reheat after-school or for dinner on nights we are running from one activity to the next. I ..read more
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Protein-Packed Pasta Salad
Heather Mangieri RDN
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD
2y ago
This protein-packed pasta salad combines nutrient-rich carbohydrates with high-quality protein for a quick, healthy, portable meal on-the-go. My clients are always asking me for quick, portable meal ideas that they can pack, take and eat cold on-the-go. My pasta salad is always one of my recommendations. It’s easy to make, can be made in advance and it tastes just as good on day 4 as it does the day it’s made. Plus, it’s portable and eaten cold, so you don’t have to worry about finding somewhere to heat it up. How To Make Protein-Packed Pasta Salad Classic pasta salad is a great source of car ..read more
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Gingerbread Greek Yogurt Bowl
Heather Mangieri RDN
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD
2y ago
Celebrate the flavors of the holiday with this delicious, highly nutritious gingerbread Greek yogurt bowl, topped with diced pear, cranberries and crushed walnuts. It’s gingerbread season, so this week, I decided to make a new recipe to celebrate the flavors of the season. A few years ago, I made gingerbread protein truffles. They’re one of my favorite treats to make at Christmas, but admittedly a little time intensive. That’s why this year, I decided to make something simple. If you follow my blog, you know I’m a huge fan of Greek yogurt bowls. There are so many ways to make a flavorful bowl ..read more
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Healthier Homemade Hot Cocoa
Heather Mangieri RDN
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD
2y ago
Whether you’re on a low-carb diet or trying to increase your calories, this healthier, homemade hot cocoa is sure to hit the spot. Enjoy a cup as a way to warm-up on a cold day, satisfy your after dinner sweet tooth or wind down after a long day. I love a creamy cup of hot cocoa! I often make a cup during the day, or after dinner if I want something sweet. Some nights, I  make a cup in the evening as I’m winding down from a long day. In the past,  I would mix one of the store-bought hot cocoa packets with water, then top it with a few mini marshmallows. Using the packets was conveni ..read more
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7 School Lunch Options For Student Athletes
Heather Mangieri RDN
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD
2y ago
If you’re looking for ideas on what to pack your middle or high school athlete for lunch, check out these 7 school lunch options for student athletes. Student athletes are busy. They leave the house early in the morning for school, and may not get home until late in the evening. That can make eating enough high-quality food to support growth, development and sports performance, a challenge. To meet their higher energy needs, student athletes need a nutritious breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks throughout the day. I’ve shared a lot about breakfast in the past, including some healthy breakfast ..read more
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Easy, Healthier Baked Eggplant Parmesan
Heather Mangieri RDN
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD
2y ago
If you’re looking for a lower calorie version of your favorite eggplant parmesan, this healthier baked eggplant parmesan is it! This recipe is made with minimal ingredients, reduced fat dairy products and portion controlled so you get the same flavor and protein content as traditional recipes without as many calories or fat.   As a sports dietitian, I work with athletes, busy families and other clients looking to live a healthier lifestyle. My clients need healthy recipes that are delicious, while being easy to prepare. When I first started my blog, I focused on creating balanced smoothie ..read more
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Vegetable Packed Beef Chili
Heather Mangieri RDN
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD
2y ago
This healthier, vegetable packed beef chili is made with lean beef, two types of beans and four different vegetables for a hearty, nutrition-packed meal. Enjoy it as a flavor-filled dinner or reheat it for a healthy lunch. Growing up, chili was a staple meal in my house. My mom would put all of the ingredients in the crockpot and let it slowly cook while we were at school. I can still remember the smell of the house on chili night. Now that I’m a mom, I realize why chili was a regular on my mom’s meal rotation. It was something we all ate without complaining, and it was super simple to prepare ..read more
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