Melissa Rifkin Nutrition https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/ Your Healthy Life Starts Here. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:39:04 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/cropped-logo-expanded-32x32.webp Melissa Rifkin Nutrition https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/ 32 32 Roasted Broccoli Caesar Salad with Crispy Sourdough https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/roasted-broccoli-caesar-salad-with-crispy-sourdough/ https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/roasted-broccoli-caesar-salad-with-crispy-sourdough/#respond Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:39:03 +0000 https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/?p=2790 This roasted broccoli Caesar salad combines crispy roasted broccoli, Parmesan, creamy Caesar dressing, and crunchy sourdough for an easy flavorful side. If you think Caesar salad is only about romaine lettuce, this Roasted Broccoli Caesar Salad might change your mind. Roasting broccoli brings out its natural sweetness and creates beautifully browned, crispy edges that pair...

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]]> https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/creamy-baby-yukon-potato-salad-recipe-with-eggs-and-fresh-herbs/feed/ 0 August Product Round-Up: 4 New Food & Drink Products I Tried https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/august-product-round-up-4-new-food-drink-products-i-tried/ https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/august-product-round-up-4-new-food-drink-products-i-tried/#respond Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:24:36 +0000 https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/?p=2773 A dietitian’s August product roundup featuring four new food and drink finds, including protein snacks, drink mixes, coffee and fall favorites. There’s something about August that makes me start thinking about fall, even when it’s still very much summer outside! Last month I tried several new food and drink products, ranging from convenient drink mixes...

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]]> https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/august-product-round-up-4-new-food-drink-products-i-tried/feed/ 0 Mediterranean Israeli Couscous Salad with Feta, Mint & Lemon https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/mediterranean-israeli-couscous-salad-with-feta-mint-lemon/ https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/mediterranean-israeli-couscous-salad-with-feta-mint-lemon/#respond Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:19:28 +0000 https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/?p=2763 Fresh Mediterranean Israeli couscous salad with cucumber, tomatoes, feta, mint, sunflower seeds, lemon, and olive oil. An easy, flavorful side dish. If you’re looking for a fresh, flavorful side dish that works just as well for a casual weeknight dinner as it does for a summer gathering, this Mediterranean Israeli Couscous Salad is an easy...

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]]> https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/mediterranean-israeli-couscous-salad-with-feta-mint-lemon/feed/ 0 Sweet & Tangy Tomato Chicken: An Easy Weeknight Dinner https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/sweet-tangy-tomato-chicken-an-easy-weeknight-dinner/ https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/sweet-tangy-tomato-chicken-an-easy-weeknight-dinner/#respond Tue, 11 Aug 2026 14:19:45 +0000 https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/?p=2753 This sweet and tangy tomato chicken is an easy one-pan dinner made with tender chicken, juicy tomatoes, honey, garlic, and red wine vinegar. If you’re looking for an easy chicken dinner that feels a little more exciting than your usual grilled or baked chicken, this Sweet & Tangy Tomato Chicken is worth adding to your...

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]]> https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/sweet-tangy-tomato-chicken-an-easy-weeknight-dinner/feed/ 0 July Product Roundup: 5 Better-for-You Foods & Drinks Worth Trying This Month https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/july-product-roundup-5-better-for-you-foods-drinks-worth-trying-this-month/ https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/july-product-roundup-5-better-for-you-foods-drinks-worth-trying-this-month/#respond Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:39:06 +0000 https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/?p=2744 Discover five dietitian-approved healthy food finds for July, including probiotic drinks, organic snacks, fresh tomatoes, and more. One of my favorite parts of being a dietitian is discovering new foods that make healthy eating both easier and more enjoyable. Every month I test new products—from snacks and beverages to fresh produce—to see what’s actually worth...

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]]> https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/july-product-roundup-5-better-for-you-foods-drinks-worth-trying-this-month/feed/ 0 June Healthy Food Product Roundup: 5 Better-for-You New Finds to Try This Summer https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/june-healthy-food-product-roundup-5-better-for-you-new-finds-to-try-this-summer/ https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/june-healthy-food-product-roundup-5-better-for-you-new-finds-to-try-this-summer/#respond Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:46:17 +0000 https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/?p=2735 Discover five new healthy food products a dietitian loved in June, from high-protein meals to clean condiments and functional snacks. Every month I get the opportunity to try new products hitting grocery store shelves (and sometimes arriving right at my doorstep!). As a registered dietitian, I’m always looking for products that combine convenience with quality...

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]]> https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/june-healthy-food-product-roundup-5-better-for-you-new-finds-to-try-this-summer/feed/ 0 Watermelon Ball Salad with Cucumber, Feta, Mint & Balsamic Glaze https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/watermelon-ball-salad-with-cucumber-feta-mint-balsamic-glaze/ https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/watermelon-ball-salad-with-cucumber-feta-mint-balsamic-glaze/#respond Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:58:06 +0000 https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/?p=2724 Fresh watermelon, cucumber, feta, mint, and balsamic glaze come together in this refreshing, easy summer salad perfect for BBQs and picnics. Few things say summer quite like fresh watermelon. Sweet, juicy, and incredibly refreshing, watermelon is one of those ingredients that instantly makes any meal feel lighter and more vibrant. This fresh Watermelon Ball Salad...

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]]> https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/watermelon-ball-salad-with-cucumber-feta-mint-balsamic-glaze/feed/ 0 Fresh String Bean, Corn & Feta Salad with Lemon and Herbs | Easy Summer Side Dish https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/fresh-string-bean-corn-feta-salad-with-lemon-and-herbs-easy-summer-side-dish/ https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/fresh-string-bean-corn-feta-salad-with-lemon-and-herbs-easy-summer-side-dish/#respond Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:46:41 +0000 https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/?p=2714 Fresh string bean corn feta salad with lemon, dill and parsley. An easy, healthy summer side dish that’s perfect for BBQs and meal prep. When summer produce is at its peak, simple recipes often become the most memorable. This String Bean Corn Feta Salad combines crisp-tender green beans, naturally sweet corn, creamy feta cheese, and...

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]]> https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/fresh-string-bean-corn-feta-salad-with-lemon-and-herbs-easy-summer-side-dish/feed/ 0 Mediterranean Tuna and White Bean Salad: A Protein-Packed No-Cook Lunch https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/mediterranean-tuna-and-white-bean-salad-a-protein-packed-no-cook-lunch/ https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/mediterranean-tuna-and-white-bean-salad-a-protein-packed-no-cook-lunch/#respond Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:39:08 +0000 https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/?p=2705 This Mediterranean tuna and white bean salad is a quick, protein-packed meal with fresh vegetables, healthy fats, and Mediterranean flavors. When life gets busy, having a nutritious meal that comes together in minutes can make healthy eating feel much more achievable. This Mediterranean Tuna and White Bean Salad is one of those simple recipes that...

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