A few simple spring nutrition hacks to refresh your routine from Dietitian, Paris Mooney.
Spring has officially arrived!
Warmer days, more sunshine and a little more motivation to get outside make this the perfect time to freshen up your meals and snacks.
Your Spring Shopping Cart
Next time you’re at Coles or Woolies, try adding a few of these:
Fresh vegetables: cucumber, tomatoes, lettuce, capsicum, zucchini, asparagus
Fruit: berries, mango, watermelon, kiwi fruit, peaches
Protein: Greek yoghurt, cottage cheese, eggs, chicken, tuna, tofu
Healthy fats: avocado, nuts, seeds, nut butter
Easy carbohydrates: wholegrain bread, wraps, sourdough, oats, rice
Freezer staples: frozen berries, mango, vegetables and edamame
Hack: Don’t forget frozen fruit and vegetables! They’re convenient, budget-friendly and an easy way to keep nutritious options available when fresh food runs out.
Spring Meal Hack
Make your meals colourful!
Instead of completely changing your diet, simply ask:
“What can I add?”
Try adding:
- A handful of spinach to eggs or wraps
- Tomato and cucumber to lunch
- Extra vegetables to dinner
- Fruit to yoghurt or breakfast
- Avocado to toast or salads
- Beans or lentils to pasta, salads or wraps
The goal is more variety, colour and fibre throughout the day.
Spring Hydration Hack
As the weather warms up, hydration becomes even more important.
Instead of waiting until you’re thirsty, keep a water bottle with you and make drinking water part of your routine.
Try:
Add lemon, lime or berries for flavour
Keep a bottle in the fridge
Add sugar free cordial to enhance the flavour
Keep a bottle in your car
Take water with you when exercising or spending time outdoors
Your hydration needs vary depending on factors such as activity, climate and your individual needs, so there isn’t one perfect amount for everyone.
Easy Spring Snack
Yoghurt + fruit + crunch
One of the easiest combinations for a balanced snack:
Greek yoghurt + fresh berries + granola + chia seeds
Want more protein?
Add a scoop of protein powder or choose a high-protein yoghurt.
Want more energy?
Add banana, honey, oats or nut butter.
Simple. Fresh. Delicious.
One Spring Challenge
Don’t try to change everything at once.
This week, pick ONE:
☐ Add an extra serve of fruit each day
☐ Add more vegetables to lunch
☐ Carry a water bottle
☐ Try one new seasonal food
☐ Prepare 2–3 easy snacks
☐ Eat outside when the weather allows!
Zesty Avocado Dip
Serves 4
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados
- ½ cup Greek yoghurt
- Juice of 1 lime
- Zest of ½ lime
- 1 small garlic clove, crushed
- 2 tbsp fresh coriander, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: pinch of chilli flakes
Method
- Add all ingredients to a bowl.
- Mash with a fork until creamy, or blend for a smoother dip.
- Taste and adjust the lime, salt and pepper.
- Serve with carrot, cucumber and capsicum sticks, wholegrain crackers, sourdough or toasted wraps.
✨ Spring snack hack: Pair with wholegrain crackers or veggie sticks for a simple carbohydrate + healthy fat snack. Add boiled eggs, chicken, tuna or cottage cheese on the side if you want to make it more substantial.
Need a Little More Support?
Whether you’re looking to improve your everyday nutrition, gut health, weight management, sports performance or simply feel more confident around food, that’s exactly what we can work on together.
Spring is a great time to reset your routine — without starting from scratch.
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