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

Roasted Kabocha Squash Salad with Creamy Garlic Dressing + Weekend Fun

Welp, I just got my first sunburn of the year, so I guess I better go ahead and share the winter squash recipes my queue, starting with this roasted kabocha squash salad with creamy garlic dressing.

saladRachael HartleyFebruary 27, 2017cherries, hazelnut, kabocha squash, Winter, winter squash, Recipe Comments

Spinach Apple Soup with Goat and Cheddar Grilled Cheese

If tomato soup and a grilled cheese sandwich are comfort food to you, you're going to love this recipe.

main, SoupRachael HartleyFebruary 23, 2017apple, bacon, cheddar, goat cheese, sandwich, spinach, Recipe Comments

Cilantro-Lime Chicken Tacos with Grilled Bananas + Weekend Recap

Heat up the grill to make these cilantro-lime chicken tacos with grilled bananas! That's right, bananas. Trust me on this one :)

mainRachael HartleyFebruary 21, 2017avocado, chicken, grill, Mexican, peppers, taco, Recipe Comments

Roasted Cauliflower Sandwich with Spicy Sweet Potato Chips and Creamy Cilantro Avocado Sauce

Make this vegetarian roasted cauliflower sandwich with spicy sweet potato chips and creamy cilantro-lime avocado sauce!

main, sandwichRachael HartleyFebruary 17, 2017avocado, cauliflower, radish, sandwich, sweet potato, whole grain, Recipe Comments

Quinoa Shiitake Bowl with Tempeh

This quinoa shiitake bowl with tempeh and spinach is the perfect make ahead lunch! Top with avocado and a drizzle of sesame oil for healthy fats and fermented veggies for probiotics!

mainRachael HartleyFebruary 9, 2017Asian, avocado, beets, cashew, fermented food, mushrooms, quinoa, tempeh, whole grain, Recipe Comments

Nordic Salad with Smoked Salmon and Lemon-Dill Dressing

This nordic salad with smoked salmon and lemon-dill dressing was inspired by an upcoming trip to Iceland! Embrace the nordic diet trend with this salad that packs tons of common nordic ingredients and flavor into a fresh salad bowl - hard boiled egg, root vegetables, dill, peppery radish and a bright lemon-dill oil dressing.

main, saladRachael HartleyFebruary 6, 2017beets, dill, eggs, lettuce, potatoes, radish, salmon, seafood, Recipe Comments

Vegetarian Loaded Greek Fries with Garlic-Scallion Dipping Sauce Recipe

Turn French fries into a meal with this recipe for vegetarian loaded Greek fries, served with a creamy, herby garlic-scallion sauce made with Greek yogurt! You’ll love the crispy, oven-baked oregano fries paired with crunchy raw veggies!

Sheet Pan Tandoori Chicken and Vegetables with Raita and Green Chutney

This sheet pan tandoori chicken recipe is made with a quick trick for the crispiest, most tender chicken! Served over a bed of roasted winter squash, cauliflower and red onion with raita and green chutney!

main, RecipeRachael HartleyJanuary 30, 2017cauliflower, chicken, Indian, winter squash, yogurt, gluten free, Recipe Comment

Persimmon Kale Salad with Pomegranate Dressing

Have you ever tried a persimmon? Enjoy this unique fruit in this persimmon kale salad with pomegranate dressing!

main, saladRachael HartleyJanuary 27, 2017farro, goat cheese, kale, pepitas, persimmon, Winter, RecipeComment

Gluten Free Coffee Cake Muffins with Chocolate Chips

These gluten free coffee cake muffins are made light and fluffy with coconut flour and studded with chocolate chips and crunchy toasted pecans! Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack!

breakfast, DessertsRachael HartleyJanuary 23, 2017coconut flour, grain free, muffin, pecans, Recipe Comments

Cheesy Cauliflower Pasta Bake with Mushrooms and Greens

This cheesy cauliflower pasta bake with mushrooms and greens is a comforting and budget friendly meal for winter!

main, RecipeRachael HartleyJanuary 21, 2017casserole, cauliflower, greens, mushrooms, pasta, whole grain, Recipe, spinach Comments

Creamy Lentils and Mushrooms with Roasted Broccolini Recipe

This recipe for creamy lentils and mushrooms topped with roasted broccolini is a super comforting dinner! The lentils are simply prepared, but packed with umami from mushrooms and soy sauce.

main, RecipeRachael HartleyJanuary 9, 2017broccolini, coconut milk, lentils, mushrooms, Winter, Recipe, vegan, dairy free, recipe Comments

Tofu Banh Mi with Mushroom Pate and Quick Pickled Vegetables

Some sandwiches are worth a little effort to make! Try this vegetarian tofu banh mi with mushroom pate and quick pickled vegetables!

main, sandwichRachael HartleyJanuary 6, 2017Asian, carrot, cucumber, mushroom, radish, tofu, RecipeComment

The Best Hot Chocolate Float Recipe

If you’ve never added ice cream to your hot chocolate you are missing out! This is the best hot chocolate float recipe! The flavors from the vanilla extract, the pinch of salt, and the combination of cocoa and dark chocolate chunks will have you throwing away the powdered hot chocolate packs in your pantry.

Desserts, RecipeRachael HartleyDecember 27, 2016chocolate, grain free, ice cream, Winter, Recipe, dessert, beverage, recipe Comments

Potato Cakes with Smoked Salmon and Yogurt-Dill Sauce

Ring in the holidays with with these crispy pan fried potato cakes with smoked salmon and a cream mustard-dill sauce! It's a perfect appetizer that goes from Hanukkah to Christmas, but I love it so much I eat it all times of the year.

Appetizers&SnacksRachael HartleyDecember 22, 2016dill, holiday, potatoes, salmon, yogurt, Recipe Comments

Easy Nori Seaweed Popcorn Recipe

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!