Latina Dietitian’s Top Tips for Low Sodium Mexican Food
Looking for tips on how to enjoy low sodium Mexican food? Check out a Latina dietitian's advice for low sodium Mexican meals.| Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian
Last Updated on August 24, 2025 by Krista Linares, MPH, RD These 10 Mexican cookbooks are perfect for anyone who wants to eat healthy, nourishing meals full of their favorite Mexican flavors. For some reason, people often think of Mexican food as less healthy than it actually is. As a Mexican-American dietitian, I wish more […] The post 10 Best Mexican Cookbooks for Healthy Mexican Cooking appeared first on Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian.| Nutrition con Sabor – Latina Dietitian
Last Updated on August 18, 2025 by Krista Linares, MPH, RD If you’re Latino, chances are you know a “quick” family meal lasts 2 hours minimum (and that’s before the 30 minute “Latino goodbye”). If this sounds familiar, you may just be familiar with the sobremesa. What is a sobremesa? It’s the practice of sitting […] The post What is a sobremesa? How this Latino tradition boosts well being. appeared first on Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian.| Nutrition con Sabor – Latina Dietitian
Last Updated on August 18, 2025 by Krista Linares, MPH, RD If you need inspiration for what to do with leftover beans, look no further than traditional Latin American home cooking! Beans are an every day staple across Latin America, from Cuban black beans to arroz con habichuelas, and even some simple stewed frijoles de […] The post What to Do with Leftover Beans — 20 Genius Latino Tricks for Zero-Waste Cooking appeared first on Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian.| Nutrition con Sabor – Latina Dietitian
Last Updated on August 17, 2025 by Krista Linares, MPH, RD This is a simple Puerto Rican chicken and rice recipe called arroz con pollo. I love it because it is easy to make, especially for beginning home cooks. It also lends itself to some versatility with ingredients and flavor profiles while being affordable. History […] The post Arroz con Pollo Puertorriqueño (Puerto Rican Chicken and Rice Recipe) appeared first on Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian.| Nutrition con Sabor – Latina Dietitian
Last Updated on August 17, 2025 by Krista Linares, MPH, RD When I hear the phrase “hay comida en la casa”, I immediately think of my grandma. My grandma Cristina was the definition of someone who used food as a love language and I knew there’d always be delicious food at her house when I […] The post Hay Comida en Grandma Cristina’s Casa appeared first on Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian.| Nutrition con Sabor – Latina Dietitian
Last Updated on August 15, 2025 by Krista Linares, MPH, RD We often plan our meals with good intentions—tostones with fricase de pollo, a full fridge after Sunday shopping—but life has a way of rerouting dinner plans. A surprise night out, your partner ordering pizza, or the heat ripening your plátanos faster than expected can […] The post From Tostones to Amarillitos: Finding Joy, Flexibility, and Flavor in a Latin Kitchen appeared first on Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian.| Nutrition con Sabor – Latina Dietitian
With Latinos facing higher rates of diabetes (1), traditional Latin American foods and drinks are under intense scrutiny. It’s very easy as a dietitian to immediately try to find every source of added sugar in a diet and make that your target. And Mexican food does have a rich tradition of sweetened beverages. Mexican-Americans are […] The post What dietitians keep missing about aguas frescas appeared first on Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian.| Nutrition con Sabor – Latina Dietitian
You may think of agua fresca as just a sweet treat, but each individual flavor of agua fresca can offer some unique health benefits! As a dietitian and proud Latina, I love how aguas frescas are refreshing while helping you get some extra antioxidants, fiber, and minerals in, depending on the flavor. Whether you prefer […] The post These 7 aguas frescas are secretly good for you appeared first on Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian.| Nutrition con Sabor – Latina Dietitian
This agua de melon (cantaloupe agua fresca) takes me back to fiestas on hot summer nights with my family and friends. Now that I’m a registered dietitian, I choose to have it not just for that sense of nostalgia but also for its nutritional benefits. Beating the Texas Heat Texas is known to host some […] The post World’s Sweetest Agua de Melon (Featuring Pecos Cantaloupe) appeared first on Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian.| Nutrition con Sabor – Latina Dietitian
Cucumber lime agua fresca (agua de pepino con limón) is a flavorful, refreshing drink that’s perfect for cooling off on a hot day. Made with just four ingredients, it’s quick to prepare, budget friendly, and always a crowd-pleaser at gatherings like your next carne asada or birthday party. Growing up in a small town in […] The post Cucumber Lime Agua Fresca (Agua de pepino con limón) appeared first on Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian.| Nutrition con Sabor – Latina Dietitian
Looking for tips on how to enjoy low sodium Mexican food? Check out a Latina dietitian's advice for low sodium Mexican meals.| Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian
Is rice and beans healthy? Learn about the unique health benefits of rice and beans and how these two foods help make each other healthier.| Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian
Discover delicious and nutritious Mexican meal prep ideas for a week of flavorful and healthy eating. Easy recipes and tips for busy lifestyles.| Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian
Is salsa healthy? Discover the health benefits of salsa, and exactly how much you need to count as a vegetable serving.| Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian
This avocado tostada with chicken is so simple and tasty. With fresh avocado, it makes the perfect healthy 10-minute lunch.| Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian
Why does calling salsa a vegetable spark so much backlash? This op-ed explores the long history of suspicion toward Latin American foods — and why it’s time to let go.| Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian
Discover 14 Healthy Mexican Snacks: Guacamole, Ceviche, Fresh Fruit Cups, Quesadillas, and more! Delicious, nutritious, and easy to make.| Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian
A super quick and easy salad packed with fiber and plant protein. Perfect for meal prep!| Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian
Have you tried these Latino breakfast foods? From Colombian avena to Huevos rancheros, these Latino breakfasts are healthy and delicious!| Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian
Read this complete guide to Mexican vegetables and their health benefits. Discover how many vegetables are in Mexican cuisine!| Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian
You're going to love this simple roasted tomatillo salsa recipe. The brightness of the tomatillos will enhance your favorite dish.| Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian
If you're looking for spicy Mexican peanuts, look no further than this delicious cacahuates locos recipe. Even better, it's a healthy snack!| Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian
This nopal smoothie is so refreshing, you'll want to make it all the time. Try this healthy green smoothie with vegetables and pineapple.| Nutrition con Sabor - Latina Dietitian
