Grinders Salad Makeover

Steph Wagner MS, RDN

September 18, 2024

Lower-Fat Grinders Salad Recipe Looking for a lighter take on a deli favorite? This Lower-Fat Grinders Salad has all the flavors you crave without the extra fat! Crisp iceberg lettuce forms the perfect base for savory turkey pepperoni, lean ham, turkey, and part-skim mozzarella. Banana peppers and red onion add just the right amount of … Continue reading "Grinders Salad Makeover"

Chipotle Shrimp and Salad

Steph Wagner MS, RDN

December 5, 2023

Shrimp with a Chipotle adobo kick! When Spring turns to Summer my mind wonders about crunchy, fresh veggies and new ways to flavor protein. Don’t get me wrong, grilled chicken is a common go-to in the Summer months (because the grill is my BFF for batch cooking) but seafood options help me change the pace. … Continue reading "Chipotle Shrimp and Salad"

Nacho Chicken Chili

Steph Wagner MS, RDN

November 28, 2023

Nacho Chicken Chili Updated November 2023 Instant Pot or Crockpot Recipe for chicken chili with nacho flavors Nacho Chicken Chili, add toppings for extra fun There really is no shortage of chili options. Not only for ground beef or turkey but even in the world of chicken chili! This Nacho Chicken Chili is another way … Continue reading "Nacho Chicken Chili"

Quick Beef and Vegetable Stoup

Steph Wagner MS, RDN


Quick Beef and Vegetable Stoup Updated November 2023 Two ingredients for an in a pinch Beef Vegetable “Stoup” Why didn’t I think of that? Years ago when visiting my husband family, my Mother in Law made a big pot of delicious soup. I could not believe it when she told me she just bought vegetable … Continue reading "Quick Beef and Vegetable Stoup"

Walnut Rosemary Pork Tenderloin

Steph Wagner MS, RDN

July 14, 2022

Walnut Rosemary Pork Tenderloin Bariatric Recipe with a flavorful coating on lean pork   Pork Tenderloin after Bariatric Surgery I really love cooking with pork tenderloin. It’s such a great change of pace from chicken but it does make enough protein for either the whole family or for leftovers. It’s easy to add a variety … Continue reading "Walnut Rosemary Pork Tenderloin"

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"

Chicken Bacon Ranch Protein Bowl

Steph Wagner MS, RDN

July 28, 2021

Chicken Bacon Ranch Protein Bowl     Bariatric friendly protein bowl using diced chicken, turkey bacon, Greek yogurt, seasonings and cheese For a recipe packed with protein, use a package of turkey bacon and a pound of chicken! That is one way to take the protein content to the next level. Bariatric surgery patients have … Continue reading "Chicken Bacon Ranch Protein Bowl"

Hot Sausage with Peppers Bowl

Steph Wagner MS, RDN

May 3, 2021

Hot Sausage with Peppers Bowl Bariatric friendly recipe for the slow cooker or pressure cooker using hot turkey sausage   Let’s cut to the chase, where do you find hot turkey sausage? I always hesitate to share a recipe if an ingredient might have limited availability. I realize some of you are in smaller towns … Continue reading "Hot Sausage with Peppers Bowl"

Pesto Chicken Stir Fry

Steph Wagner MS, RDN

April 7, 2021

Pesto Chicken Stir Fry   Pesto Marinated chicken with zucchini and diced tomatoes   It all started with testing meal box companies You may know I’ve been working through different boxed meal companies to see what might fit for bariatric surgery patients. To date, Freshly has been the most promising. You can read the full … Continue reading "Pesto Chicken Stir Fry"