Jalapeño Popper Chicken

Steph Wagner MS, RDN

March 12, 2024

This recipe brings in the flavors of Jalapeño Poppers with turkey bacon, pickled jalapeño and 2% colby jack Cheese. The topping is mixed and spread over chicken and baked for a fun combination of flavors. Chicken is a great source of protein and can be recreated into a variety of fun flavors! No need to … Continue reading "Jalapeño Popper Chicken"

Mini Bariatric Sized Meatloaf

Steph Wagner MS, RDN

December 3, 2023

Mini Bariatric Sized Meatloaf Recipe Updated December, 2023 Protein-packed mini-meatloaf, a great dinner option after bariatric surgery There are so many reasons why this meal idea for Mini Bariatric Sized Meatloaf is one of my all-time favorites. With over 600 recipes on this website, that is saying something! For one, mini meatloaf recipes are protein … Continue reading "Mini Bariatric Sized Meatloaf"

Garlic and Herb Shrimp with Tomatoes

Steph Wagner MS, RDN

November 29, 2023

Garlic and Herb Shrimp with Tomatoes Updated November, 2023  Quick and easy Bariatric friendly recipe Shrimp is an AWESOME ingredient to keep on hand after bariatric surgery. Recipes like this Garlic and Herb Shrimp are fast, easy, and protein-packed! Unless of course you are allergic or don’t like shrimp. If you’re here that probably isn’t … Continue reading "Garlic and Herb Shrimp with Tomatoes"

Turkey Taco Meatballs

Steph Wagner MS, RDN

November 23, 2023

Turkey Taco Meatballs: Easy Bariatric Surgery Recipe updated November, 2023 Oooowie this recipe is good! If you are getting bored…bored…boooorrreedd with your weeknight meals, I highly suggest adding Turkey Taco Meatballs to the menu for this week! You will not be disappointed. Bariatric surgery is a life-changing procedure that requires a significant change in diet … Continue reading "Turkey Taco Meatballs"

Chicken and Avocado Mash – Bariatric Pureed/Soft Diet

Steph Wagner MS, RDN

November 1, 2023

Chicken and Avocado Mash updated November 2023 Bariatric Pureed/Soft Diet This Chicken Avocado Mash is a fantastic introduction of flavor and texture on your pureed or soft bariatric phase of the diet after weight loss surgery. I’m excited for you to get to try something new and exciting! Happy “back to eating!” Now let’s review a few things … Continue reading "Chicken and Avocado Mash – Bariatric Pureed/Soft Diet"

Pineapple Mexi Shredded Chicken

Steph Wagner MS, RDN

August 8, 2022

Pineapple Mexi Shredded Chicken   Easy Bariatric protein recipe for shredded chicken with pineapple, salsa verde and lime juice     Chicken, when done right is a powerful post-op friend Chicken can be so boring. Or it can be really dry. Or it hits too heavy. But. Chicken is also really filling and protein packed … Continue reading "Pineapple Mexi Shredded Chicken"

Creamy Cilantro Chicken Wraps

Steph Wagner MS, RDN

July 25, 2022

Creamy Cilantro Chicken Wraps Bariatric lunch or dinner with shredded chicken, cilantro avocado dressing   Cook chicken once, shred and add different toppings for different nights! The Creamy Cilantro dressing used in this recipe is one of my favorites and great news, I bought it at Walmart. Sure every region will differ but my hope … Continue reading "Creamy Cilantro Chicken Wraps"

Broccoli Salad

Steph Wagner MS, RDN

June 30, 2022

Broccoli Salad Bariatric Recipe for broccoli salad using lower fat and sugar ingredients   I love the vibrant colors and fresh flavors of broccoli salad (broccoli slaw)? Just a few tweaks to this recipe will bring down the fat and sugar content of a more traditional version. I used a pomegranate vinegar because I had … Continue reading "Broccoli Salad"