What’s in My Pantry and Fridge? As a Registered Dietitian.

If you have ever been curious what a Registered Dietitian keeps on hand at home, you’re not alone! My pantry and fridge are stocked with different items that help keep me nourished with foods that are convenient, tasty, and full of nutrition!

Here is a sneak peek as to what is inside my pantry and fridge!

Fruits and Vegetables:

·       Apples- high in fiber, don’t need to be refrigerated, and can be used in many recipes!

·       Blueberries- full of antioxidants, can be used in yogurt, smoothies, or on their own!

·       Cucumbers- Great for snacking or pairing on the side of a meal.

·       Spinach- Simple and easy way to increase your greens by adding to eggs, or pasta dishes!

Protein Items:

·       Chicken sausage- good and easy source of protein that takes less than 10 minutes to cook!

·       Canned chicken or tuna- protein dense and can stay good in my pantry for a long time!

·       Eggs- full of protein, choline, vitamins, and are delicious!

·       Cottage cheese- great source of protein, fat, and calcium!

Pantry Staples:

·       Pasta and rice- easy to make delicious and different dinners with each week!

·       Oats- full of fiber, and easy to make different overnight oats recipes for breakfast.

·       Beans-delicious easy to add fiber, carbohydrates, and some protein.

·       Cereal- easy and quick breakfast or snack when under a time crunch.

Snacks:

·       Popcorn- whole grain snack and cheap!

·       Crackers and cheese- my go to snack! Tasty and satisfying snack.

·       Apple and peanut butter- combination of fiber and healthy fats to keep me full and satisfied.

·       Dark chocolate- tasty and contains magnesium, which is great for sleep!

Having my pantry and fridge stocked with foods that help fuel me and make easy, nutritious meals out of is key to my success throughout the week! By keeping these staples on hand, eating healthy is simple and delicious!