About the Author

SARAH KENT, MS, RDN, CD, is passionate about helping people overcome the barriers that prevent them from achieving their nutrition and weight-loss goals. For seven years, she served as lead dietitian for the bariatric surgery program at Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin, a nationally certified Center of Excellence for bariatric surgery. She offered a range of nutritional services to both pre- and post-operative bariatric patients and helped facilitate support groups. A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a master’s degree in human nutrition, Sarah also earned a Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Currently, she is a senior dietitian and certified health and wellness coach at Froedtert Health. Sarah, her husband Chris, and their dog Ladis live in a suburb of Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Chapter One: Day One and Beyond

Chapter Two: Early Post-Op Foods

• High-Protein Milk
• Iced Coffee Protein Shake
• Chocolate Lovers’ Protein Shake
• Mint Dream Protein Shake
• Dreamsicle Protein Shake
• Strawberry Creme Protein Shake
• Cherry-Almond Protein Shake
• Chocolate-Peanut Butter Smoothie
• Pumpkin Delight Smoothie
• Sweet Cinnamon-Vanilla Ricotta Cheese
• Pinto Beans and Cheese
• Best Scrambled Eggs
• Herbed Chicken Salad with Parsley
• Lemon and Dill Tuna Salad

Chapter Three: Breakfast

• Hearty Slow Cooker Cinnamon Oatmeal
• High-Protein Pancakes
• Chicken and Cheese Crustless Quiche Incredible Deviled Eggs
• Egg Casserole with Spinach, Peppers, and Tomatoes
• Mini Egg Muffins with Turkey Bacon
• Overnight Bircher Muesli
• Smoked Salmon Breakfast Toast
• High-Protein Blueberry Muffins
• Turkey Breakfast Burritos

Chapter Four: Vegetables, Dips, and Sides

• Roasted Tomatoes, Peppers, and Zucchini with Italian Herbs
• Roasted Rosemary Sweet Potato Wedges
• Asian Cucumber Salad
• Ratatouille over Spaghetti Squash
• Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas
• Dan’s Crock Pickles
• Mashed Cauliflower
• Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
• Mediterranean Layer Dip
• Spinach and Artichoke Dip
• Greek Ranch Dip
• Slow Cooker Boston Baked Beans

Chapter Five: Vegetarian Dinners

• Com, Edamame, and Quinoa Salad
• Naked Burrito Salad
• Sweet Potato and Black Bean Soup
• Garden Vegetable Cheezy Chili
• Vegetable Lentil Soup
• Vegetable Tortilla Pizza for One
• Cauliflower “Mac” and Cheese
• Vegetarian Tacos with Lentils
• Butternut Squash Casserole with Mozzarella Cheese
• Mixed Vegetable Stir-Fry with Sesame Tofu

Chapter Six: Fish and Seafood Dinners

• Szechuan Shrimp Zoodle Bowl
• Easy Shrimp Cocktail
• Classic Crab-Stuffed Tomatoes
• Tuna Noodle-less Casserole
• Peggy’s Salmon Cakes
• Baked Salmon with Barbecue Seasoning
• Tilapia Tacos with Red Cabbage
• Crispy Baked Cod
• Grilled Floney Mustard Salmon
• Halibut with Cilantro, Lime, and Garlic

Chapter Seven: Poultry Dinners

• Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup
• Chicken Caesar Wraps with Kale
• Chicken Asian Lettuce Wraps
• Spicy Chicken Stuffed with Spinach and Cheese
• Baked Garlic-Greek Yogurt Chicken with Parmesan
• Tender Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala
• Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken Breast with Italian Seasonings
• Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken for Tacos
• Baked Chimichangas with Chicken and Fresh Salsa
• One-Pan Chicken and Broccoli
• Southwest Zucchini and Chicken
• Baked Fried Chicken Thighs
• Ground Turkey-Stuffed Acorn Squash with Cheese
• Baked Turkey Meatballs
• Skinny Turkey and Wild Rice Soup
• Grilled Turkey Burger Patties
• Perfect Roast Turkey
• Best-Yet Turkey Chili

Chapter Eight: Pork and Beef Dinners

• Zucchini Boats Stuffed with Ground Beef and Cheese
• Beef and Barley Soup
• Beef and Broccoli
• Slow-Cooked Philly Cheesesteak Sandwiches
• Mom’s Sloppy Joes
• Low-Carb Cheeseburger Casserole
• Slow Cooker Asian Pork
• Tenderloin Creamy Ranch Pork
• Chops Naked Pulled Pork

Chapter Nine: Drinks and Desserts

• Fruit-Infused Waters
• Refreshing Mint Lemonade
• Healthier Fudge Brownies
• Creamy Pumpkin Mousse
• Vanilla Cheesecake Parfaits
• Lemon Bars
• Creamy Chocolate Fruit Dip
• Heart-Healthy Peanut Butter-Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Low-Carb Chocolate Mousse
• Raspberry Frozen Yogurt

Chapter Ten: Dressings, Sauces, and Seasonings

• Avocado-Lime Dressing
• Low-Fat Caesar Dressing
• Quick Stir-Fry Sauce
• Seafood Sauce
• Homemade Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup
• Creamy Alfredo Sauce
• Fresh Salsa
• Ranch Seasoning
• Taco Seasoning
• Cajun Seasoning
• Chili Powder

Tips for Eating at Restaurants or in Others’ Homes
Measurement Conversions
Acknowledgments
About the Author

Language: English
Pages: 189