Caroline Eisenberg, RD

Whether you are vegan, vegetarian, looking to incorporate more plant-based proteins into your diet, or just love tofu (like me!), this easy, delicious recipe is perfect! Adding tofu into your diet is a great way to get high quality, complete protein as well as beneficial vitamins and minerals (iron, calcium, manganese, selenium, phosphorous, magnesium, copper, zinc and vitamin B1). If you want to make this recipe vegan, Primal Kitchen makes great vegan buffalo sauce and ranch

It may be more important now, more than ever, to have some "go-to" quick meal options that require little prep and rely on items you may already have on hand. Chickpeas are a great non perishable and versatile protein that are packed with fiber and other key nutrients important for keeping your immune system healthy and energy up. Check out my video on how to roast chickpeas and incorporate them into an easy, no fuss meal. #vegetarianrecipes #chickpeasrecipes #antioxidants #e

Science has confused us yet again! Should we or shouldn't we crack some eggs to fill us up and start our morning off strong? A new study found that consuming more dietary cholesterol and eggs were linked to an increase risk of cardiovascular disease and death. This contradicts current guidelines and recommendations which focus on decreased saturated and trans fast as part of a healthy diet and cardiovascular risk prevention. So what should we do with this information? Eggs ar

Looking for a way to cut back on animal protein but unsure where to start? The thought of committing to a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle can be intimidating, but you don't have to marry a particular plant friendly diet to reap the well supported health benefits. Check out my favorite meatless twists on traditional meaty meals. Sweet Potato Avocado Tacos: I love how the sweet potato adds color, texture and a vitamin C punch. No sweet potato handy? No problem. This meal is still

Although it doesn't feel like fall, more like August in Orlando, I've been utilizing the season's bounty and loving every crumb of it. Now that I have four mouths to feed,two tiny and two adult, it's really important for me to find recipes that fit everyones nutritional requirements and preferences. I need something that fits into the baby led weaning guidelines, while not too intimidating for a toddler, and still appeals to two hungry adults. Seems impossible now that I writ

Sandwiches get a bad rap, but they don't have to be a diet disaster. If fact, with a few swaps and additions here and there sandwiches can be filling, light and super convenient. I still go to some of my childhood faves.....but with a few adult modifications. Summer may be coming to an end, but sandwiches still make an easy poolside or beach lunch option that sure beats any concession stand hotdog. Give that go-to-salad a break and try one of the following sandwich renovatio

Whether you are looking for a way to boost the omegas in your diet, or just trying to impress your coworkers in the office break room, look no further! For as little as $5.49 (Trader Joes 8 oz package) you can conveniently increase the nutrition in your snacks and meals. 3 tablespoons of raw, shelled hemp seeds packs in 10 grams of protein, 180 calories and only 2 grams of carbs-making this a diabetic friendly option! The subtle nutty flavor complements almost every pairing..

I am in full support of eating real food to satisfy your cravings. This is important in maintaining a healthy relationship with food and keeping potential binges at bay. But what if the full fat, real deal, guilty pleasure just doesn't fit into your health plan for the day? Get creative in the kitchen and try swapping traditional, and often high calorie, ingredients for healthier options. Check out the recipes below for a few lighter takes on my favorite foodie splurge...Pizz

If you haven't noticed, this is an on going blog theme. I love sharing the foods I not only recommend you buy, but buy myself. Yes, we have more control in what we put into our bodies when we prepare food from scratch, but unfortunately our environment and hectic schedules get in the way of adhering to this philosophy 100% of the time. Luckily there are brands out there that cater to the struggle and offer options that are ready in the matter of minutes and without the scary