It’s National Nutrition Month®, and the theme for 2024 is Beyond the Table. According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, this year’s theme encourages us to think about more than just the nutrients on our plate. I’m a Latina dietitian who advocates for Latine foods and helps people learn about just how healthy our […]
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As a Latina Dietitian, I сan’t recommend these healthy Mexican side dishes enough! So many of my clients say they need more ideas of healthy side dishes they can make that go with their favorite Mexican food. They’re surprised to find out that plenty of the Mexican dishes they already know and love are actually
30 Healthy Mexican Side Dishes Recommended by a Registered Dietitian Read More »
Which do you prefer? Bright and tart? Or rich and roasty?
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These Mexican spicy peanuts (cacahuates locos) are a fun, easy, and healthy snack! The inspiration for these hot spicy peanuts comes from Tostilocos–a popular snack you can get from street vendor carts. If you’ve ever seen pictures of Tostilocos, they look really decadent! There are so many layers, ingredients, and flavors going on! Which is
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Make balanced plates out of breakfast classics from across Latin America including Dominican Republic and Costa Rica.
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Looking for a delicious Mexican green rice recipe? I’ve got you! Arroz verde is a common side dish in Mexico. It’s a great way to use up extra vegetables in the fridge, and sneak a few extra vegetables onto your plate. The green color in Mexican green rice typically comes from poblano peppers. From there,
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If you’re like me, you may love a bag of chicharrones with lime and hot sauce. But you may have thought there’s no way chicharrones are actually healthy, is there? Well, as a Latina dietitian, the best answer I can give you is that it’s complicated! Chicharrones have some nutrients we may not get enough
Are Chicharrones Healthy? This Dietitian Says It’s Complicated Read More »
An easy technique to make your own baked tostadas in the oven.
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