Allergy Friendly Nutrition with Lisa Woodruff, RDN
Welcome! Small Steps for Joyful Eating with Food Allergies provides resources to help families & individuals manage food allergies while nurturing a healthy relationship with food. No food allergies? No problem! My recipes are allergy-friendly, which means anyone can enjoy them.
Are you new to food allergies? Start with these posts, then click on the Food Allergy Life link above.
As a food allergy mom AND dietitian, I understand the importance of quick, family-friendly recipes and meal planning ideas. When it comes to nutrition, I promote weight-neutral, common-sense approaches to help families find a healthy balance.
Looking to learn more about my nutrition philosophy? Start here:
Egg-free Brownies (with beet puree)
The secret to my Egg-free Brownies lies within the beetroot puree! It works as a binder so it can be used as an egg replacer in baked goods, like these delicious brownies.
Heart-shaped Roasted Potatoes
I’ve gotten a little obsessed with my heart-shaped cookie cutters. This is my latest fixation, heart-shaped roasted potatoes. Also known as heart fries with the kids.
Wheat-free Pizza Crust
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and that means it is heart-shaped pizza time! Plus, the differences between wheat-free and gluten-free.
How to DIY a Tofu Press
Interested in giving tofu a try? Not sure if you want to invest in a tofu press if you’ve never cooked it before? Read more about this easy kitchen hack for a DIY tofu press!
Food Allergies: Paxton’s Story
Paxton developed eczema when he was five months old. His mom advocated for food allergy testing for several months and now Paxton’s confirmed food allergies include dairy, eggs, all nuts including coconut, chicken, and garlic.
Homemade Veggie Broth
Ever wonder what to do with those well-intentioned veggies that are now past their prime in your fridge? Try making your own veggie broth!
Food Allergies: Nelle’s Story
Nelle had her first food allergy reaction when she was 6 months. Her confirmed food allergies include eggs, dairy, peaches, and cashews.
Roasted Asparagus
Spring is asparagus season! Roasted asparagus is a low-maintenance, high-flavor side that can compliment anything from a slow-cooker roast to sandwiches or reheated leftovers.
Build Your Own Veggie Bugs!
Ready to have fun with food? Need an activity to get kids comfortable in the kitchen? Want a creative way to introduce a new vegetable or two? If so, then these veggie bugs are for you!
Rutabaga and Potato Fries
Have you tried rutabaga before? If not, give the root vegetable a chance with this recipe for homemade fries.
Vegan Pancakes
This vegan pancake recipe is a great way to enjoy egg-free, dairy-free fluffy pancakes.