Our top 3 meals to keep you satisfied this season

Have you ever reached the end of a cozy winter and realized that your eating habits are just not cutting it? Maybe it’s the surplus of sweets in the pantry, the desire for warm comfort food, or the lack of motivation to get outside and get moving. Regardless of why, we’re sure most of us can relate to feeling like we need to start shifting our eating habits to healthier, more nourishing choices when the warmer weather of spring arrives.

Here at Whitetail Springs Memory Care Community in Pittsburgh, PA, we focus on providing our residents with 24/7 dining options that are as delicious as they are nutritious. Focusing on the MIND diet, a research-backed diet proven to support brain health, we prioritize whole grains, healthy fats, and nutrient-rich produce and proteins.

But for those who aren’t lucky enough to dine with us every day, our expert team has put together our favorite healthy spring recipes:

Vegetarian Chili

One of our favorite ways to pack some healthy foods into a delicious meal is through soup, stew, or in this case, chili. A vegetarian chili is a great option when trying to incorporate more vegetables into your diet without sacrificing any flavor. In addition to this being a meal that is perfect for a chilly Pittsburgh spring evening, it is also easy to make and perfect for meal prep. You can easily modify your classic chili recipe by subbing out ground beef for extra beans or even adding lentils to give it the feel of ground beef. If you don’t have a go-to chili recipe, we highly recommend this one from Allrecipes .

Pan-seared Salmon with Roasted Veggies

In addition to plant-based meals, we recommend incorporating fish into your diet at least once a week, if not more. A great way to easily prepare fish is by cooking it on the stovetop with delicious and fresh ingredients. One of our favorite flavor profiles is a lemon-garlic salmon that is packed with healthy fats. We also love this recipe from Allrecipes, but recommend subbing out the butter for olive oil to incorporate more healthy fats and better accommodate the MIND diet recommendations. For a side dish, we recommend roasting your favorite seasonal vegetables tossed with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.

Turkey Burgers with Sweet Potato Fries

A burger is perfect for those days when you are craving a classic and hearty meal. Substituting ground turkey for ground beef is a great way to make this classic healthier. In addition to using a leaner choice of meat, we also highly recommend using a whole grain bun to help you reach your daily recommended serving of fiber. Burgers are also the perfect vessel to add vegetables to without feeling like you are compromising on eating something delicious. To add an extra dose of nutrition, we love adding fresh avocado, romaine lettuce, tomato slices, and thinly sliced onions. You can find a basic turkey burger recipe here. For a side, we recommend these healthy, delicious baked sweet potato fries recipe from Food Network.

Our residents are lucky to have our amazing chefs provide 24/7 top of the line dining services. To learn more about our dining services, or to schedule a tour of Whitetail Springs, one of the best retirement communities in PA, contact our friendly team today.

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