Side dishes

The glue that holds your meal together, include some color and carbohydrate to balance out your main dish.

Sides quick tips

Wait, I can use prepackaged foods for healthy meals?

Yes, you do not need to be a gourmet from day 1. Prepackaged foods can be used in conjunction with other ingredients to make delicious, healthy meals.

RD approved prepackaged foods.

Some of my favorite options to have on-hand at home include steam-able vegetables, rice, rotisserie chicken, shrimp, tuna, salads, pre-cut fruit, Greek yogurt, hummus and guacamole.