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Looking for a nutrient-rich, flavorful burger this summer? Try these chili-spiced black bean burgers! 🍔Makes 6 servingsI...
06/05/2026

Looking for a nutrient-rich, flavorful burger this summer? Try these chili-spiced black bean burgers! 🍔

Makes 6 servings

INGREDIENTS
2 tablespoons oil
1 medium onion, diced
1 medium red pepper, diced
4 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
2 teaspoons chili powder, or more to taste
1/8 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups black beans, rinsed, drained, and divided
1/2 cup water
2 cups buckwheat, cooked and divided
1 bunch cilantro, finely chopped
Slices, tomato, red onion, and avocado for topping (optional)

DIRECTIONS
Heat oil in large sauté pan over medium heat and add onion, pepper, and garlic. Sauté until soft, then add chili powder, salt, 1 cup of black beans, and water. Cook for several minutes, until water has almost completely evaporated.

Let bean mixture cool and pour into blender with 1 cup of buckwheat. Blend until well mixed but not completely liquified. Pour mixture into bowl (or back into now-cooled sauté pan) and toss with remaining black beans, buckwheat, and cilantro.

Preheat grill to medium heat. Scoop out 1/2 cup portions and press firmly into patties. Lightly oil the grates and place patties on grill for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until heated through. Add bun and optional toppings as desired.

Stay hydrated this summer with these 8 tips from our dietitians — and, no, they aren't all just "drink water!" 😉💧 Here’s...
06/03/2026

Stay hydrated this summer with these 8 tips from our dietitians — and, no, they aren't all just "drink water!" 😉

💧 Here’s some water basics before we dive in 💧
You've probably heard the guidance of eight 8-ounce glasses of water, or 64 ounces per day, but it isn't a hard and fast rule and depends on the person.

Most folks get 80% of their fluids from beverages and 20% from food.

The key to hydration is unsweetened beverages and foods naturally filled with water like fruits and vegetables.

8 ways to meet your fluid needs:
1️⃣ Make your own spa water by adding fruit, vegetables, and herbs to plain or sparkling water.
2️⃣ Spike seltzer with juice, fresh fruit, or crushed mint.
3️⃣ Sip on unsweetened herbal iced teas.
4️⃣ Enjoy chilled soups.
5️⃣ Swap morning cereal for a smoothie bowl.
6️⃣ Make your own fruit popsicles.
7️⃣ Enjoy a snack of fresh fruits or vegetables.
8️⃣ Try a trendy sparkling water!

Get recipes for these and other ideas to stay hydrated at the link in our bio!

Get the freshest produce this summer with our seasonal produce guide! 👇 🍓 Raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, oh my!...
06/01/2026

Get the freshest produce this summer with our seasonal produce guide! 👇

🍓 Raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, oh my! Throughout summer, you'll find the most tasty berries at your local farmer's market. Eat them raw or cook them into desserts.
🥒 We know this is a cucumber emoji, but zucchini and summer squash are perfect additions to any summer meal — just roast or grill them. (Justice for squash emojis!)
🌽 Corn is as versatile as it is delicious. Enjoy the crisp, sweet kernels raw in salads or salsas or cook them into seasonal pastas. Just add corn to everything, tbh.
🍒 Stone fruits like cherries, apricots, and peaches are delightful eaten raw or cooked into savory and sweet applications. (Stay tuned for our stone fruit guide for more detailed uses!) 🍅 Although perfect for an ephemeral time, tomatoes are a great addition to any meal, whether eaten raw or cooked.
🌱 Okra is delicious in traditional applications like gumbo, but it can also be pickled, roasted, fried, or and used as a natural thickening agent in soups or stews! (We also are vying for an okra emoji. Who's with us? 🙋)
🍉 Cantaloupe, watermelon, and honeydew are some of the most popular melons. Eat 'em raw or even add them to seasonal smoothies, popsicles, or juices!

Snap, crackle... pause!If you've ever enjoyed a full meal while your brain took a detour through your to-do list for tom...
05/29/2026

Snap, crackle... pause!

If you've ever enjoyed a full meal while your brain took a detour through your to-do list for tomorrow, you're no stranger to eating on autopilot. Eating like this occurs due to habit loops, stemming from a part of the brain that favors efficiency over awareness. But did you know your food could help you snap out of it?

Taste and texture are powerful triggers to shift gears from mindless to mindful!
👉 Texture adds sensory contrast, which invites your brain to slow down and notice what is happening in your mouth. Crunchy, fibrous textures encourage more chewing time, which operates as a natural pause button for your meal. Turn your meal into a sensory experience with these tips:
🥪 Add slivers of radish or cabbage to your sandwich for extra crunch.
🥗 Toss roasted nuts or seeds into your salad instead of croutons.

👉 Taste is a powerful presence cue, and eating complex, surprising, or subtly flavored foods can increase your satisfaction. Savor your next meal with these tips:
🌏 Experiment with global spice blends: za’atar, garam masala, or Chinese five spice.
⚖️ Cook with contrasting elements: sweet + sour, spicy + creamy, bitter + umami.

Create a sensory ritual to encourage mindful eating:
1️⃣ Pause before your first bite to appreciate the way your food looks.
2️⃣ Inhale deeply to take in and identify the aroma.
3️⃣ Take one slow bite. Notice the temperature, texture, and how it changes as you chew.
4️⃣ Swallow, then pause again. Wait 10 seconds before your next bite.

Remember: Mindful eating is not about perfection. When you eat with intention — really noticing the crackle of roasted chickpeas or the slow melt of dark chocolate — your meal feels more complete. Even if you follow this ritual for a couple of bites, it will help you slow down and enjoy the present moment. ❤

Social media is constantly abuzz with new food trends and can make it challenging to stay on top of the next best thing ...
05/27/2026

Social media is constantly abuzz with new food trends and can make it challenging to stay on top of the next best thing to sample. It's time to future-proof your pantry. 😋

Here's how AI synthesizes food trends:
➡️ Large language models synthesize data from recipe blogs, restaurant menus, social media food hashtags, and consumer product reviews to identify emerging trends, e.g., protein-rich mushrooms, upcycled banana flour, and all things fermented.

What's next in the pantry pipeline? Here's what could be coming to your shelves soon (if it isn't already there):
1️⃣ Whole-food plant-based 2.0. The renaissance of whole, plant-based foods is here. From lentil- and chickpea-based pasta to soy tempeh, consumers have been craving ingredient transparency and simplicity.
2️⃣ Upcycled and low-waste ingredients such as spent grain flour (from brewing beer) and coffee cherry cascara are flavorful and climate-conscious.
3️⃣ A promise of pantry efficiency. From smart fridges that can help you with meal ideas to dynamic recipes based on what you have, AI could drastically reduce food waste and make cooking easier.

🤝 We like to keep it human, though!
AI can spot patterns, but it can’t taste, gather around the table, or understand why your grandma’s spice blend hits differently. It’s not here to replace intuition, tradition, or culture, but it can help you explore what’s new while staying grounded in what matters.

Happy Memorial Day! 🎆
05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day! 🎆

Improve your mood with brain-boosting foods featured in this recipe for a Power Wrap with Sesame-Ginger Dressing. 🧠Makes...
05/22/2026

Improve your mood with brain-boosting foods featured in this recipe for a Power Wrap with Sesame-Ginger Dressing. 🧠

Makes 8-12 wraps for 4-6 portions

INGREDIENTS
8-12 medium to large rainbow chard leaves, stems trimmed*
1-1/2 cups cooked whole grain (brown rice, quinoa, bulgur, farro, whole grain couscous or a combination of grains)
1 carrot, grated
2-3 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 bunch cilantro, separated into small sprigs
1 medium cucumber, sliced into thin strips
1 medium avocado, sliced
Optional: chili sauce

*You can also use kale or mustard greens.

DIRECTIONS
Bring a large pan of water to a boil then reduce to a simmer. Submerge each chard leaf in simmering water for 15-20 seconds, rinse with cold water (or use an ice water bath), drain, and dry on paper towels. Set aside.**

Combine whole grains with carrot, onion, sesame seeds, and ginger then mix in vinegar, oil, and salt.

To fill the leaves, place one leaf vein side up with the stem end facing you. Place 2-3 tablespoons of the filling on the bottom center of the leaf, followed by several sprigs of cilantro and a few slices of cucumber and avocado. Fold the bottom over and roll up tightly, tucking in the sides as you go.

Repeat with remaining leaves. Serve at room temperature with chili sauce (optional).

**Recipe can be made using raw leaves for a crunchier texture.

Include these 10 foods in your diet to bump up your brainpower. Use our tips for easily integrating more of these ingred...
05/20/2026

Include these 10 foods in your diet to bump up your brainpower. Use our tips for easily integrating more of these ingredients in your day-to-day meals!

🥑 Add avocado to sandwiches, salads, smoothies, or toast for healthy fats, fiber, vitamins, and phytonutrients.
🎣 Enjoy wild-caught salmon and sardines or plant-based alternatives like flax, chia, or h**p for omega-3 fatty acids.
🔵 Snack on blueberries or add them to yogurt, salads, or oatmeal for key phytonutrients.
🥜 Snack on walnuts or other nuts and add them to pasta or salads.
🌱 Add lentils and other pulses to soups, pasta sauces, stir-fries, or even crisped on salads for important B vitamins and folate.
🎃 Keep the pumpkin seeds from carving this fall and roast ‘em up with seasonings of your choice for a healthy dose of zinc, B vitamin, and magnesium.
🟣 Roasted, added raw to salads, or even pickled, beets are a good source of nitrates and phytonutrients.
🟡 Add turmeric to sauces, soups, or your morning eggs or smoothie for a dose of curcumin (more info on this at the link in our bio)!
☕ Pair coffee or tea with your favorite milk of choice for caffeine and key antioxidants.
🍫 Improve attentiveness with an ounce of dark chocolate each day (70% or more cacao content).

Get more tips like these at the link in our bio.

Everywhere you look on the internet, you'll see someone promising to help you boost your immunity, maintain energy, or i...
05/18/2026

Everywhere you look on the internet, you'll see someone promising to help you boost your immunity, maintain energy, or increase your productivity. It's hard to know who to trust.

Our dietitians are here to comb through the clutter and help you identify credible nutrition information!

For starters, look for credentials such as RDN (registered dietitian nutritionist) or RD (registered dietitian). Dietitians are trained in these subjects and keep up with the latest research. Look out for someone who calls themselves a nutritionist! They aren't necessarily dietitians.

Once looking at a piece of information from trained professionals, make sure you run through this quick credibility check:
1️⃣ Does the advice make sense? If it sounds complicated or contradicts basic biology, take a pause.
2️⃣ Does it sound too good to be true? (If it does, it probably is.)
3️⃣ Does the person provide scientific evidence? Anecdotes may be compelling, but peer-reviewed science is better. 😉
4️⃣ When science-based evidence is provided, is it quality research? Look up a study before trusting the information — typically, seek out studies that control for a myriad of factors.
5️⃣ Is the action sustainable to you? Can you follow the advice for more than a short period of time?
6️⃣ Are they selling a "miracle" product or food? (If yes, RUN away. 🏃‍♀️)

Some final notes: please read beyond headlines to get the full story. They are designed to be attention grabbing and often don't show the whole picture. Nutrition isn't one-size-fits-all, and your body, lifestyle, culture, preferences, and health history all matter.

this summer with our summer food trend predictions 👀From your FYP to your fork, don't scroll past these delicious (and...
05/17/2026

this summer with our summer food trend predictions 👀

From your FYP to your fork, don't scroll past these delicious (and easy!) trending dishes.

1️⃣ Customizable charcuterie. Say goodbye to meats and cheeses (unless you don’t want to)! Give your charcuterie a glow up with what you’re craving, including: hummus, nuts, roasted vegetables, and grilled seasonal fruits.

2️⃣ All things (leafy) green. Summer is the peak season for leafy greens and herbs. Consider layering kale or chard into grain bowls, blending spinach into a smoothie, or tucking arugula into a wrap. Pair these with an herbaceous Green Goddess dressing or sandwich spread.

3️⃣ Flavored ice cubes are perfect for water or mocktails, use berries, herbs, citrus, and fresh juices to level up your next summer refreshment.

4️⃣ Cross hatching ftw! Consider scoring your next plant-forward main before cooking it off to add flavor, texture, and visual appeal. Try it out on mushrooms, eggplant, or tofu, or score your summer fruits for a fun side!

5️⃣ Smoothie bowls. Blend your favorite fruits and top with everything from granola or muesli to chia seeds and coconut flakes. Throw in some fresh fruit and mint, and you’ve got a gorgeous breakfast or mid-day snack.

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