Food and Nutrition Blog by Mackenzie Burgess
Ahh, fall. The air is cooler, the leaves are changing and new foods are in season. Celebrate autumn by heading to your local market and filling your basket with these seasonal gems. Fresh fall produce is a great source of fiber, antioxidants and phytochemicals, which promote health and can be protective against disease. The variation […]
Any avocado toast lovers out there?? If you haven’t hopped onto this breakfast lovers trend yet, time to give it a try! You may be thinking… what more is there to this recipe other than mashed avocado and toasted bread? Well this isn’t just any avocado toast. It’s elevated with a special garlic technique. Plus, […]
If you’re in need of a cold, refreshing snack or a post workout bite—you’ve come to the right place. This protein packed, low sugar yogurt bark has just 4 ingredients and is completely customizable. Whip up in 5 minutes or less, freeze, and have ready to eat on repeat. Disclosure: This post has been sponsored […]
This secret ingredient salsa is filled with fresh ingredients bursting with authentic flavor. Throw everything into a blender and have on the table in 10 minutes or less! Perfect to serve alongside chips, with chicken and rice, or over tacos. My tomato turnaround Surprisingly, I used to hate tomatoes. I would be that person who […]
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere, right?? Whether you’re laying by the pool, entertaining guests, or want to celebrate the weekend—I’ve got the drink for you. This Spiked Strawberry Lemon Spritzer is naturally flavored from seasonal strawberries and freshly squeezed lemons. Unlike most cocktails, this drink has sugar-free + low-sugar options and has less than 100 calories […]
Are you a kale-hater? Well this recipe might just turn you into a kale-lover. I’ve had skeptics sample this Strawberry Kale Smoothie and have surprised them with how delicious it tastes. The mix between the pineapple, seasonal strawberries, and kale makes for the perfect, slightly-sweet smoothie combo. The layering of the pink strawberry mixture and […]
Hi there! I’m Mackenzie, a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) to be. Welcome to Cheerful Choices, a blog about sustainable, yet satisfying healthy choices to improve your kitchen experience and well-being!
My recipes are focused on catering to dietary preferences and using up food already on hand with customizable ingredients “of your choice”.
