8 Things Nutritionist Jordana Hart Always Keeps in Her Fridge

I’m Jordana Hart, a Certified Holistic Nutritionist and the founder of I HART NUTRITION. For 10+ years, my practice has been helping women create healthy relationships with food and their bodies.

I take a balanced approach to wellness and believe in everything in moderation. I like to say that I’m 50% health nut and 50% foodie. I love a greek salad with grilled chicken just as much as I love a yummy bowl of pasta with a glass of red wine.

Eating well and taking care of ourselves should feel good, taste good, and be fun. I reinforce the 4 pillars of health: diet, sleep, self-care, and movement.

Given we’re early into the year, it’s a great time to examine our current habits and set realistic intentions. Before you start squirming at the sheer thought: this doesn’t mean dieting or deprivation. Being extreme never works, it’s all about mastering the basics to create sustainable habits that make us feel our best.

Whenever I work with a new client I recommend doing a little pantry and fridge inventory. If we want to nourish ourselves, it’s imperative to have food on hand to do so. With that, I thought I would share the basics I always have in my kitchen.

Eggs

Easily one of my favorite proteins of all times. Eggs are delicious, affordable, and a complete protein. I always have some hard boiled eggs in my fridge for a quick breakfast or snack.

Hummus

Does a better dip or spread exist? I eat hummus with crackers, sliced veggies, or even as a salad topper more often than I care to admit. For an ultra healthy and nourishing snack, I like to keep things like baby carrots and sliced cucumbers stocked in my fridge for a quick, accessible snack that makes for easy dipping.

Chickpea Pasta

I love having a high fiber, high-protein pasta option, like chickpea or lentil pasta, in my pantry. When I need a quick dinner, my go-to pasta includes sauteed shrimp, broccoli, and a spicy tomato sauce.

Leafy Greens

Arugula, kale, spinach…the list goes on. I keep baby spinach in my freezer to throw into smoothies, and always make sure I have a green in my fridge for salads.

Nut Butter

Nut butters are a great source of healthy fat necessary for healthy hormones, metabolism, and energy production. Peanut butter and almond butter are my go-tos, which I spread on toast, put in smoothies, or mix into homemade energy balls.

Fruit

Fruits are full of health-boosting vitamins and minerals. I like to purchase what’s in season, and also love stocking up on frozen fruit for smoothies. One of my go-to snacks is sliced apple sprinkled with cinnamon and dipped in almond butter.

Tuna

Tuna is a great protein option that’s satiating and delicious. It's also a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for brain health. Check out my two minute spicy tuna seaweed wraps for your next meal.

Avocados

Not gonna lie, I’m a die hard avo-lover. Avocados are full of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, and are absolutely delicious. I enjoy them in salads, avocado toast, or even in smoothies.

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Remember: there’s no such thing as a perfect diet. Wellness is a journey, and you deserve to feel your best ​​— and restocking your fridge or pantry with nutritious (and delicious) foods is a great place to start.