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It’s hard to believe that I’ve had the pleasure of writing this weekly column and connecting with you all for three years now. And what an interesting few years it has been! But the time has come for me to pass the reins on. I’m so excited to introduce you to our new senior nutrition editor,Maria Laura Haddad-Garcia, who will be taking over from here. (Don’t worry though, I’m not leaving EatingWell.) Thanks for reading—and cooking—along with me. You’re in great hands! Sincerely, Victoria
Your Meal Plan
Another grilling dinner I’m excited to make this week is Thursday’sGrilled Asparagus & Shrimp with Pasta, which has a fresh twist of mint I love. I always have this one handy because it’s so easy to make and goes great with grilled chicken as well. My husband loves rigatoni pasta, and since I already have it in my pantry, I think I’ll be using it instead. Also, I’ll be making someTurkey Burgers with Spinach, Feta & Tzatzikion Friday when I invite a couple of friends over to start my weekend. Hope you all enjoy!
Sunday:Herb-Grilled Chicken Frites
Monday:Summer Vegetable Gnocchi Salad
Tuesday:Lemon-Garlic Grilled Tilapiawith a side ofbrown rice(to make ahead) andgrilled zucchini
Wednesday:Strawberry-Balsamic Spinach Salad with Chicken, serve with toasted whole wheat baguette
Thursday:Grilled Asparagus & Shrimp with Pasta
Friday:Turkey Burgers with Spinach, Feta & Tzatziki
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Something Sweet
I always like having something refreshing on hand to enjoy on hot days, and this week I’m making a batch ofStrawberry-Chocolate Greek Yogurt Bark. The Greek yogurt makes for a creamy, tangy base and the strawberries and chocolate chips (my favorite!) add some sweetness. It’s not only pretty and delicious, but healthy as well. And the nice part about this recipe is that you can add whatever toppings you’re in the mood for.
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What’s Inspiring Me This Week
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Being healthy is more than what we eat and how we move our bodies—our emotional and mental health also play key roles. Whether it’s taking a walk or chatting with a close friend, the important thing is to find what works for you. For me, it’s thinking about the things I’m grateful for as I sip my morning cup of coffee. If you don’t know where to start, it turns out that doing “nothing” is actually a great first step, according to new research.
Maria Laura Haddad-Garcia
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