Melissa Rifkin Nutrition https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/ Your Healthy Life Starts Here. Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:46:18 +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 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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]]> https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/mediterranean-tuna-and-white-bean-salad-a-protein-packed-no-cook-lunch/feed/ 0 BBQ Turkey & Beef Mini Meatloaves with Maple Ketchup Glaze https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/bbq-turkey-beef-mini-meatloaves-with-maple-ketchup-glaze/ https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/bbq-turkey-beef-mini-meatloaves-with-maple-ketchup-glaze/#respond Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:04:02 +0000 https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/?p=2686 Juicy BBQ turkey and beef mini meatloaves topped with a sweet maple ketchup glaze. A quick, family-friendly dinner ready in 30 minutes. If you’re looking for a family-friendly dinner that’s packed with flavor, easy to prepare, and perfectly portioned, these BBQ Turkey & Beef Mini Meatloaves are about to become a new favorite. Made with...

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]]> https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/bbq-turkey-beef-mini-meatloaves-with-maple-ketchup-glaze/feed/ 0 May Food Product Round-Up: Dietitian-Approved Matcha Drinks & Avocado Oil Essentials https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/may-food-product-round-up-dietitian-approved-matcha-drinks-avocado-oil-essentials/ https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/may-food-product-round-up-dietitian-approved-matcha-drinks-avocado-oil-essentials/#respond Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:34:01 +0000 https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/?p=2679 Dietitian-approved May food finds including avocado oil staples and new matcha drinks. Clean ingredients and functional favorites. May Product Round-Up: Fresh Finds I’m Loving This Month As a dietitian, I’m always on the lookout for products that strike the perfect balance between convenience, quality, and nutrition. May brought a handful of exciting new releases and...

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]]> https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/may-food-product-round-up-dietitian-approved-matcha-drinks-avocado-oil-essentials/feed/ 0 Easy Sheet Pan Chicken with Ramen Noodles & Veggies (One-Pan Dinner!) https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/easy-sheet-pan-chicken-with-ramen-noodles-veggies-one-pan-dinner/ https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/easy-sheet-pan-chicken-with-ramen-noodles-veggies-one-pan-dinner/#respond Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:48:59 +0000 https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/?p=2670 Quick and easy sheet pan chicken with ramen noodles and veggies—perfect for a healthy, flavorful one-pan weeknight dinner. Introduction If you’re looking for a quick, flavorful, and minimal-cleanup dinner, this Sheet Pan Chicken with Ramen Noodles & Veggies is about to become your new go-to. It combines tender roasted chicken, crisp-tender vegetables, and perfectly cooked...

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]]> https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/easy-sheet-pan-chicken-with-ramen-noodles-veggies-one-pan-dinner/feed/ 0 Cast Iron Maple Peach Biscuit Cobbler (Easy Summer Dessert Recipe) https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/cast-iron-maple-peach-biscuit-cobbler-easy-summer-dessert-recipe/ https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/cast-iron-maple-peach-biscuit-cobbler-easy-summer-dessert-recipe/#respond Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:57:53 +0000 https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/?p=2660 This cast iron maple peach biscuit cobbler is an easy summer dessert made with juicy peaches, maple syrup, and golden biscuits. There’s something undeniably comforting about a warm fruit cobbler fresh out of the oven—especially when it’s baked in a cast iron skillet and filled with sweet, juicy peaches. This Cast Iron Maple Peach Biscuit...

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]]> https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/cast-iron-maple-peach-biscuit-cobbler-easy-summer-dessert-recipe/feed/ 0 Easy Baked Chicken Patties with Canned Chicken (Family-Friendly High Protein Recipe) https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/easy-baked-chicken-patties-with-canned-chicken-family-friendly-high-protein-recipe/ https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/easy-baked-chicken-patties-with-canned-chicken-family-friendly-high-protein-recipe/#respond Fri, 29 May 2026 18:02:50 +0000 https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/?p=2649 Easy baked chicken patties made with canned chicken, eggs, and breadcrumbs. A quick high-protein recipe perfect for meal prep and busy weeknights. If you’re looking for a quick, affordable, and protein-packed recipe that requires minimal prep, these Easy Chicken Patties are about to become a staple in your kitchen. Made with canned chicken and a...

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]]> https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/easy-baked-chicken-patties-with-canned-chicken-family-friendly-high-protein-recipe/feed/ 0 Sesame Ginger Baby Cucumber Salad (Easy Sweet & Spicy Side Dish) https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/sesame-ginger-baby-cucumber-salad-easy-sweet-spicy-side-dish/ https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/sesame-ginger-baby-cucumber-salad-easy-sweet-spicy-side-dish/#respond Thu, 14 May 2026 15:16:00 +0000 https://www.melissarifkinnutrition.com/?p=2638 Crunchy baby cucumbers tossed in a sweet, spicy sesame ginger dressing. This easy cucumber salad is refreshing, flavorful, and ready fast. Sometimes the simplest recipes end up becoming the ones you make over and over again. That’s exactly what happened with this Sesame Ginger Baby Cucumber Salad. It started as a quick side dish to...

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