
Desiree Nielsen RD Blog
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Desiree Nielsen is a registered dietitian whose blog focuses on digestive health, plant-centred diets and anti-inflammatory nutrition.
Desiree Nielsen RD Blog
9h ago
Bursting with flavour, this nourishing quinoa lentil salad is so easy and tasty, and packed with plant-based protein for a hearty side or a simple vegetarian dinner. If dense bean salads are a thing again, can we also bring back the grain salad? A big bowl of this French lentil and quinoa salad is equal […]
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Desiree Nielsen RD Blog
6d ago
My satisfying take on the viral crispy rice salad has main dish energy: delicate, shredded raw Brussels sprouts; tender, quick baked grated tofu and a nutritional yeast dressing so good, it’s drinkable! I don’t really care what the weather is…I’m gonna get my greens in. I am a dietitian, after all. But the salads that […]
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Desiree Nielsen RD Blog
6d ago
Tangy, punchy and downright drinkable, this nutritional yeast salad dressing is a tasty little umami bomb that whips up in 5 minutes and makes any salad more delicious. A good sauce is kinda my thing. It makes even a basic meal taste better. Like a really good cashew queso. Or a creamy balsamic dressing. And […]
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Desiree Nielsen RD Blog
1w ago
Nachos for dinner? Dive into these quick and easy vegan nachos, fully loaded with veggies, black beans, veggie ground “beef” and a 5 minute cashew queso for a filling and satisfying meal. Oof, the way I love a good nachos for dinner moment: probably because my mom and I used to eat them once a […]
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Desiree Nielsen RD Blog
2w ago
Ready in 5 minutes, with no soaking, this umami-packed vegan cashew queso is so creamy and satisfying, you’ll want to drizzle it over everything! Seriously: dairy free nacho cheese never tasted so good. As a vegan who used to be a cheese-obsessed vegetarian, figuring out truly delicious ways to get that creamy, cheesy vibe into […]
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Desiree Nielsen RD Blog
3w ago
Craving comfort? This filling mushroom green lentil stew is simmered until thick and swirled with roasted red peppers and creamy tahini for a nourishing one pot dinner ready in 45 minutes! Naturally vegan, vegetarian and gluten free. I am actually obsessed with mushrooms of all kinds. I love to cook them. I buy mushroom textbooks […]
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Desiree Nielsen RD Blog
3w ago
Ultra light and crisp, these naturally vegan protein waffles are made with lentils, soy milk and seeds. Choose sweet or savoury, with 20 grams of protein per serve (no oats, no flour, no protein powder!) In battle pancakes v waffles, I’m gonna back waffles every single time. I love that crisp, fluffy texture…and I also […]
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Desiree Nielsen RD Blog
1M ago
Filling and flavourful, these buffalo tofu wraps are filled with tender, oven baked shredded tofu and rolled up with a creamy ranch-inspired slaw. A whopping 33 grams of plant-based protein, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep for lunch! I’m a dietitian who lives to EAT. I won’t compromise on flavour OR nutrition. […]
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Desiree Nielsen RD Blog
1M ago
A creamy kale smoothie with 21 grams of protein and yummy lemon meringue vibes…but NO Greek yogurt or protein powder. It’s the ultimate low effort, 5 minute energizing breakfast. You want it ALL. Me too. And I really don’t think it’s too much to ask for a decent 7-in-1 eye cream, and a healthy breakfast […]
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Desiree Nielsen RD Blog
1M ago
This healthy muesli recipe could not be simpler: pop all the ingredients in a jar and you’re done! Simple, hearty and packed with gut-friendly ingredients like oats, dried plums and ginger, you can enjoy this muesli hot, cold or soaked overnight, bircher style. Sometimes, you’re just craving a simple, grounding, nourishing breakfast that feels like […]
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