The Joy Of Eating Blog by Rachel Hartley, Registered Dietitian & Nutritionist — Registered Dietitian Columbia SC

A quick and easy snack, this easy nori seaweed popcorn recipe is a tasty way to sneak in the health benefits of sea vegetables! Just pop popcorn in a skillet with sesame oil, then toss with sea salt, sesame seeds and toasted nori. Make a big batch for snacking!

Appetizers&Snacks, RecipeRachael HartleyDecember 19, 2016nori, popcorn, whole grain, Recipe, snack, vegan, vegetarian, recipe Comments

Simple Mushroom and White Bean Pasta

This simple mushroom and white bean pasta recipe is a quick and easy meal, even for those who lack major cooking skills.

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Curried Quinoa Apple Salad Recipe

Packed with fall flavor, this curried quinoa apple salad recipe makes one tasty lunch! You'll love the creamy curry dressing paired with crunchy sweet apples, chewy golden raisins and fluffy quinoa. Perfect for a meal prep lunch or to bring along to a picnic or potluck.

main, salad, RecipeRachael HartleyNovember 21, 2016apple, quick, quinoa, raisins, spinach, whole grain, yogurt, Recipe, salad, grain salad, vegetarian, gluten free Comments

Turkey and Cornbread Panzanella with Buttermilk Dressing

Use up your Thanksgiving leftovers witht his turkey and cornbread panzanella with a herby buttermilk dressing, collards and pickled okra!

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Roasted Butternut Squash Soup with Cranberry Salsa and Blue Cheese Cranberry Scones

It may be Halloween, but today I'm here to talk about another holiday, Thanksgiving - or more specifically, Friendsgiving!

main, SoupRachael HartleyOctober 31, 2016baking, blue cheese, bread, cranberry, Fall, holiday, whole grain, winter squash, Recipe Comments

Easy Microwave Oatmeal Muffin in a Mug

This easy microwave oatmeal muffin in a mug takes just minutes and is packed with healthy fats and fiber to keep you satisfied and satiated. You’ll love this quick breakfast on a busy morning!

breakfast, RecipeRachael HartleyOctober 20, 2016banana, muffin, quick, whole grain, Recipe, recipe, bananas, oats, easy, no refined sugar Comments

Vegan Cilantro Pesto Soba Noodle Bowl with Seared Tofu and Broccolini

Vegan cilantro pesto soba noodle bowl with seared tofu and broccolini! You'll want to put this cilantro-pepita pesto on EVERYTHING!

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Savory Tomato Cobbler with Whole Grain Yogurt Biscuits

mainRachael HartleyJuly 18, 2016baking, Southern, Summer, tomatoes, whole grain Comments

Miso Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Sriracha Mayo

mainRachael HartleyJuly 11, 2016Asian, avocado, chicken, grill, whole grain Comments

Black Garlic Tofu and Mango Spring Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce

main, Appetizers&SnacksRachael HartleyJuly 7, 2016Asian, coconut milk, cucumber, mango, noodle, peanut butter, peppers, Summer, tofu, whole grain Comments

California Roll Sushi Burrito

mainRachael HartleyJune 27, 2016Asian, avocado, brown rice, cucumber, nori, seafood, whole grain Comments

PB&J Bars Recipe

Turn an old school classic into grab and go bars that are perfect for snacking with this PB&J bars recipe! It’s also great for dessert or thrown into a lunchbox! Made with whole grains and peanut butter so it’s packed with nutrients.

Scallion Cornbread Waffles with Spicy Chicken and Homemade Ranch

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Savory Oatmeal with Sautéed Mushrooms and Fried Egg Recipe

You are seriously missing out if you’ve never tried savory oatmeal! This savory oatmeal recipe not only is bursting with savory flavors from olive oil, fried egg, and salt and pepper, but it also has a perfect combination of textures from the creamy oats, crisp cherry tomatoes and arugula, and silky sauteed mushrooms.