Foods On Hand

Foods That Are Nutritious To Have On Hand

source: adapted from Canadian Living article by Cara Rosenbloom, RD; Top 20 healthy ingredients to have on hand

Everyone needs to know they can make a healthy quick meal. Here are some things to have in the house for nutritious meals fast. (we can talk more about this in the forums for paid members)

IN THE FREEZER —————

1. Frozen Berries e.g. Blueberries, Raspberries, Strawberries
2. Skinless Chicken Breasts
3. Mixed Vegetables e.g. Peas, Diced Carrots, Tomatoes
4. Nuts and Seeds e.g. Sunflower, Pumpkin, Walnuts, Hazelnuts
5. Lean Meat or alternatives e.g. hamburger, stir-fry strips, lamb

IN THE FRIDGE ————-
6. Eggs
7. Dark Leafy Greens e.g. Kale, Swiss Chard, Spinach
8. Plain non-fat Yogurt
9. APPLES – phytochemicals may help regulate blood sugars
10. Skim Milk
11. Sweet Peppers

IN THE PANTRY ————–
12. Salmon canned and dried
13. Whole Wheat Pasta ( Quinoa and Spelt too )
14. BEANS , canned and dried
15.OATS
16. OLIVE OIL
17. Whole Grain Bread ( Sourdough too )
18. Tomato canned and sauce and dried
19. Brown Rice
20. Popcorn