By Kelly Jones MS, RD, CSSD, LDN

When the holiday season rolls around, you better believe that even nutrition experts are excited for sweet treats and indulgent bites! We know that one day (or a few) won’t make or break your overall health and that a healthful eating pattern is more about consistently taking in adequate energy and nutrients from a variety of foods in the long term. As dietitians we also don’t prescribe to or advocate for “cheat days”, as they are often an indication that your diet isn’t flexible enough on a more daily basis. As you browse these holiday recipes from dietitians you’ll see inclusion of a mixture of options that feature bright, antioxidant rich produce, add nutrient rich ingredients to some of your classic favorites, or are just tasty and traditional!

Holiday Breakfast Recipes from Dietitians

Cardamom French Toast Casserole by Jessica DeGore RD LDN CDE CHWC

Chocolate Peppermint Baked Oatmeal by Kelly Jones MS, RD, CSSD, LDN

Holiday Salads and Side Dishes from Dietitians

Red and Green Holiday Salad with Honey Vinaigrette by Deanna Segrave-Daly, RDN

Holiday Salad with Pumpkin Vinaigrette by Jessica DeGore RD LDN CDE CHWC

Pomegranate Panzanella Salad by Kelly Jones MS, RD, CSSD, LDN

Khoja Style Biryani Rice by Rabiya Bower, RD, LDN

Noodle Prune Pudding by Leslie Bonci, MPH, RDN, CSSD, LDN

Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Sweet Potatoes with Maple Glaze by Heather Mangieri, MS, RDN, CSSD, LDN

Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas by Jessica DeGore RD LDN CDE CHWC

Chai masala & Vimto Cranberry Sauce by Rabiya Bower, RD, LDN

Twice baked Sweet Potatoes with Rosemary & Ricotta by Heather Mangieri, MS, RDN, CSSD, LDN

Holiday Snacks & Desserts from Dietitians

Gingerbread Protein Truffles by Heather Mangieri MS, RDN, CSSD, LDN 

Healthy Gingerbread Muffins by Kelly Jones MS, RD, CSSD, LDN

Peanut Butter Gingerbread by Deanna Segrave-Daly, RDN

Holiday Fruit Tart by Laura Ali, MS, RD, LDN

Anise Pizzelles and Chocolate Cloud Cookies by Judy Matusky, RDN, LDN

Holiday Cranberry Cake by Deanna Segrave-Daly

Sweet Potato Snickerdoodle Cookies by Kelly Jones MS, RD, CSSD, LDN

Enjoy everything this season has to offer and for tips on mindfulness this time of year, check out this post by Angie Dye, MS, RDN, CSSD

By Kelly Jones MS, RD, CSSD, LDN

Kelly Jones is a board certified specialist in sports dietetics and owner of Kelly Jones Nutrition, a media and nutrition communications consulting company as well as a private practice. As a nationally recognized nutrition expert, Kelly is regularly featured in print and broadcast media and has experience consulting with organizations such as the USA Swimming and the New York Road Runners. With a plant-forward approach, her website and social media offer resources, tips, recipes, and self-paced courses to shift anyone’s eating pattern to optimally fuel their body and mind.