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Strawberry Mousse
Strawberry Mousse - it’s plant-based and vegan, comes together in five minutes and is also so delicious! Servings: 4 Strawberry Mousse Ingredients : 2 cups frozen strawberries 1 lemon (juice and zest) 1/3 cups maple syrup 1 package soft tofu 2 tsp vanilla 2 tbsp coconut oil Instructions: 1. Over low heat, gently sauté frozen strawberries until thawed 2. Add coconut oil to the strawberry mixture until melted thoroughly 3. Add tofu, strawberry mixture, lemon juice and zest, and
Jenn Messina, RD
Oct 26, 20251 min read


Let’s talk Snacking Strategies from a Dietitian
Tell me if this sounds familiar… you have a decent lunch then rush to get back to work where you have back-to-back meetings all...
Jenn Messina, RD
Jun 2, 20232 min read


5 Strategies to Help your Kids Learn to Love all Foods
They ate it yesterday. But not today. It looked different, had a different texture, smelled different or they plain just had ZERO reason...
Jenn Messina, RD
Jan 13, 20232 min read


10 Meal Ideas For Picky Kids
Honey, what’s for dinner? Have there ever been more dreaded words when you are struggling with one (or more) picky kids, a job, a dog, a...
Jenn Messina, RD
Sep 1, 20212 min read


How To Meal Plan For A Family
Meal planning can be a fantastic time & money-saving activity. But actually DOING it can be painful! I know it! Time is so precious, who...
Jenn Messina, RD
May 20, 20212 min read


7 Tips To Stop Your Toddler From Picky Eating
Are you turning your toddler into a picky eater? Accidentally making things WORSE instead of better? Toddlerhood is a time of big...
Jenn Messina, RD
Mar 30, 20213 min read


Crispy Chicken Sliders
Makes 8 sliders Ingredients: For the burger: 1 lbs lean ground chicken thighs 3 tbsp light mayo 2-3 green onions 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp...
Jenn Messina, RD
Jul 4, 20201 min read


14 REASONS TO SEE A DIETITIAN
With so many nutrition 'experts' out there it can be hard to know who to trust and even what a dietitian can help with. Here are the top 14
Jenn Messina, RD
Aug 19, 20194 min read


Chocolate Hummus
This recipe is a higher fibre & protein option for your little chocolate lover! Best of all it’s school safe. Ingredients: 1 can chickpeas (drained and liquid reserved on side) 1 ripe banana ⅓ cup honey 3 tbsp cocoa powder 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tbsp oil ¼ tsp salt 4 tbsp aquafaba (liquid from chickpea can) Instructions: Add all ingredients to a food processor or blender. Puree until smooth.
Jenn Messina, RD
Mar 1, 20191 min read


High Iron Mini Muffins for Babies and Toddlers
These muffins are a delicious hand-held option for your baby or toddler starting with baby led weaning (BLW). They are also sugar-free and high in iron. Best of all, you probably have all the ingredients in your pantry already, yay! Makes 12 to 14 mini muffins Ingredients: ½ cup flour ½ cup iron fortified oat-based baby cereal ½ tsp cinnamon 1 tsp baking powder ½ tsp baking soda 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 eggs 2 overripe bananas ¼ cup canola oil (or melted coconut oil) Instructi
Jenn Messina, RD
Feb 1, 20191 min read


Almond Butter Chickpea Muffins
These muffins are gluten-free but still light and fluffy, making them the perfect snack for adults & kids who are looking for higher protein and fibre snacks. Makes 10 large (or 12 small) muffins Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained 3 eggs 1/2 cup almond butter, softened 1 banana (overripe) ⅓ cup honey, melted 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt 1/2 cup chocolate chips, plus 2 tablespoons for sprinkling on top Instruction
Jenn Messina, RD
Jan 1, 20191 min read
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