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“My Dietitian Recommended It”: 30 Delicious Foods That Are Actually Good For You
Interview With Expert
Food may be fuel, but I’m a firm believer that we also deserve to enjoy it. And when there are dozens of delicious fruits and vegetables available, there’s no need to compromise your health for a tasty treat!
Redditors have recently been sharing examples of foods that are so delicious they can’t believe they’re healthy, so we’ve gathered their mouthwatering replies below. From ripe, juicy berries to fresh, flavorful guacamole, this list definitely proves that healthy and delicious aren’t mutually exclusive. Keep reading to find a conversation with Miranda Galati, MHSc, RD, Dietitian and Owner of Real Life Nutritionist, and be sure to upvote the foods that you can’t get enough of either!
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#1
I just want to point out how lucky we are that spice has a negligible amount of calories.
#3
Perfectly ripe cherries.
Sapna Sarfare 3 months ago
I love cherries. They are just amazing. The only issue is it costs a bomb to get good cherries in India where i stay
To learn more about food that taste almost too good to be healthy, we reached out to Miranda Galati, MHSc, RD, Dietitian and Owner of Real Life Nutritionist. Miranda was kind enough to have a chat with Bored Panda and share her thoughts on eating a well-balanced yet tasty diet.
"You don’t have to eat foods you hate to eat better and support your health. Everyone’s tastes are different, and the key to eating healthy long-term is finding the foods that taste delicious to you," the expert says. "For me, the healthy foods that taste the best are whole wheat bread, natural peanut butter, popcorn, fresh berries, sweet fruits (grapes, pineapple, mango), chickpea and lentil pasta, full fat Greek yogurt, and even plain rice."
"It’s also super helpful to add flavor with herbs, aromatics, spices, and sauces," Miranda added. "I don’t know if anyone loves plain carrots, but I definitely love them dipped in a flavorful Greek yogurt ranch."
#4
I'll go with an unpopular choice here
I can eat olives from the tin like they're a snack, they taste so incredible to me.
LakotaWolf (she/her) 3 months ago
I loved black olives straight out of the can when I was a kid. Now I hate them. Weird how tastes can change! XD
#5
Artichokes steamed with lemons and garlic cloves. Eat ten with clarified butter.
Edit: I meant eaten, not eat ten but I sure can eat 10 🤣.
#6
Grilled corn.
Daya Meyer 3 months ago
Butter and salt. That's all I need. Maybe a little pinch of powdered garlic and same fresh chopped parsley if I have it at home. That is the recipe to a very satisfied Me.
If anyone out there thinks that they don't enjoy eating healthy, Miranda says the first thing to know is that you shouldn't eat foods you hate just because they’re healthy. "Or, add some sauce and flavor to them so that you can genuinely get enjoyment from them. Eating bland, healthy foods you don’t like is a recipe for a diet that’s short-lived," she shared. "And in our world where thousands of foods are at our finger tips, there’s always a swap that will satisfy you more."
"I also recommend finding recipes for meals you love that are made a little lighter. If you crave spaghetti and meatballs regularly, use a recipe with leaner meat and high fiber pasta," Miranda recommends. "If you love dessert, make homemade muffins or high protein ice cream. There are so many incredible recipes out there for more balanced versions of traditionally indulgent recipes — utilize those!"
"And don’t forget, satisfaction matters for sustainability," Miranda says. "If you can find a balance between nutrition and enjoyment, you’re more likely to stick to your healthy diet in the long-term. Make room for the foods you love and stick to healthier options the rest of the time — even the healthiest diet can make room for an indulgent chocolate chip cookie."
#10
Cold water.
Daya Meyer 3 months ago
Cold water and hot water are totally different beverages. And I can add tea leaves to hot water and my husband calls it leaf soup.
#12
Mushrooms!
We were also curious about the benefits of eating a healthy, well-balanced diet. "More nutrient-dense foods offer a lot of benefits. First, they tend to be less processed which means they’re more filling. This lower palatability also makes it easier for us to stop eating this nutritious foods when we feel full," Miranda shared.
"These healthier foods also provide vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients to protect against disease and support healthy cells. Nutrient-dense foods also tend to have more balance proportions of fiber, carbs, protein, and healthy fats, so you can feel more energized all day," the dietitian says. "Eating nutritious foods will benefit your energy, mood, blood sugar, digestion, sleep, and so much more."
#13
Roasted zucchini with parmesan. I have to make it last when cooking dinner, because I end up eating them all off of the baking sheet otherwise and then I have none for my dinner.
#14
Popcorn is actually relatively healthy if you're not drowning it in butter and salt. My *dietitian* actually recommended it as a snack item.
#16
Tzatziki sauce. It's yogurt! With cucumber! And no sugar added of course. I definitely eat at least a 1/2 cup at a time.
#17
Hummus.
#18
Banana with peanut butter. Salt, good fats, potassium, solid caloric density, and it's f*****g delicious.
#19
Beans and Rice. Like if you know how to make it, you can still add unhealthy things and you're still eating like tons of fiber, vitamins, antioxidants, etc.
ElfVibratorGlitter 3 months ago
Yes. I've gotten beans and rice in so many different countries and it's never the same.
#21
Air-fried chickpeas. Season with salt and pepper or go fancy with popcorn seasoning. .
Anna Drever 3 months ago (edited)
I do my own savoury chickpeas. Soak a cup of dried chickpeas in plenty of water overnight. The next day drain them and in a large nonstick frypan on a medium low heat cook them until brown. Shake or stir them every few minutes to get even browning. Be careful not to burn them. It may take an hour or more but make sure the outside is thoroughly crispy and then at the end pour over Tamari (I’m not sure how much I use, I just eyeball it) and shake to coat. Cool them and as long as they’re fully dried/cooked they’ll store for a few days. That’s if you don’t eat them all first.
#23
Scrolled all day! Could not find pistachios anywhere! I am obsessed!
#26
Dark chocolate, hands down!
#27
Pomegranates. It’s like eating candy.
LakotaWolf (she/her) 3 months ago
I love pomegranates, but removing the arils is a living nightmare XD And buying just the arils is WAY too expensive. I have to really gird myself to harvest the arils from a pomegranate, but I do love them <3
#28
Brussels sprouts, it’s so good when cooked and seasoned well and it’s surprisingly healthy too.
LakotaWolf (she/her) 3 months ago
I love Brussels sprouts raw! Yes, I am strange, for a wolf XD
#29
Cottage cheese with honey and strawberries. It’s SO divine.
#30
Is Caprese salad healthy? I don't really care if it's not.
What tastes so good you can’t believe it’s healthy?
arthbach 3 months ago
My gastro-intestinal health has been at its best since I started eating '30 a week'. That's 30 different vegetables, fruits, beans, herbs, spices, etc each week. The idea is to get a wide range of plant matter, and 'eat the rainbow' - lots of different colours, flavours, minerals etc. If you like veggies, fruits, and spices, you will have fun with it.
ElfVibratorGlitter 3 months ago
Back in 2009 I went raw vegan for a few months, hoping to fix my IBS issues and other gastro-health issues. And just a few months was all it took to get things working normal again. Maybe it was all in my head, but I've felt better since then.
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Bouche and Audi and Shyla, Oh My! 3 months ago
Second breakfast, of course. Silly soft can-opener.
Load More Replies... DeoManus Argentem 3 months ago
I've been using 0% Greek yoghurt in place of anything that calls for sour cream - notably anything Mexican/Tex-Mex, spinach dip, beef stroganoff (my favorites, not sure I've tried it for anything else) - to make it much healthier and just as delicious.
Auntriarch 3 months ago
You can also cut mayo with greek yogurt, half and half, still tastes rich
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arthbach 3 months ago
My gastro-intestinal health has been at its best since I started eating '30 a week'. That's 30 different vegetables, fruits, beans, herbs, spices, etc each week. The idea is to get a wide range of plant matter, and 'eat the rainbow' - lots of different colours, flavours, minerals etc. If you like veggies, fruits, and spices, you will have fun with it.
ElfVibratorGlitter 3 months ago
Back in 2009 I went raw vegan for a few months, hoping to fix my IBS issues and other gastro-health issues. And just a few months was all it took to get things working normal again. Maybe it was all in my head, but I've felt better since then.
Load More Replies... Bouche and Audi and Shyla, Oh My! 3 months ago
Second breakfast, of course. Silly soft can-opener.
Load More Replies... DeoManus Argentem 3 months ago
I've been using 0% Greek yoghurt in place of anything that calls for sour cream - notably anything Mexican/Tex-Mex, spinach dip, beef stroganoff (my favorites, not sure I've tried it for anything else) - to make it much healthier and just as delicious.
Auntriarch 3 months ago
You can also cut mayo with greek yogurt, half and half, still tastes rich
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