I'm a dietitian on the Mediterranean diet. Here are 12 things I'm buying at Target right now.

Lauren ManakerApr 22, 2024, 21:02 IST

Target has some great Mediterranean-diet staples for spring. Lauren Manaker

As a dietitian on the Mediterranean diet, I'm impressed with Target's spring groceries.
I love buying ground beef and mushrooms to make blended burgers at barbecues.

Target's home decor is to die for, and its sundress selection is always impressive — it's no wonder I find myself there more and more once spring has sprung.

But beyond the pastel clothing and holiday decorations, the store has an impressive grocery section, especially if you're like me and don't love to spend a ton of time cooking.

As a dietitian, I follow the Mediterranean diet, which has been named the healthiest way to eat by US News & World Report for years. Luckily, Target stocks plenty of the staples I need to stick to it.

Here are 12 things I'm buying at Target this spring to welcome the season and keep things fresh.

Good & Gather organic rainbow quinoa is great for springtime salads.

Quinoa is a great source of whole grains and fiber. Lauren Manaker

I love avocados all year, but more outdoor dining calls for more guac.

Avocados find their way into a lot of my spring meals. Lauren Manaker

No matter what season it is, I'm buying Good & Gather's organic 2% milk.

My kids go through a lot of milk. Lauren Manaker

A glass of good red wine is a wonderful spring treat.

It's OK to drink wine (in moderation) on the Mediterranean diet.Lauren Manaker

I add plain yogurt to smoothies.

Plain yogurt is perfectly tart and tangy. Lauren Manaker

I love the gut benefits (and fun flavors) of Olipop.

Olipop is a tasty prebiotic soda with added fiber. Lauren Manaker

I sprinkle a little ground beef into our diets.

Ground beef is never the center of our meals, but it's a nice addition. Lauren Manaker

Mushrooms are key at my barbecues.

Buying sliced mushrooms makes prep work even easier. Lauren Manaker

My freeze-dried fruit keeps much longer than fresh.

Freeze-dried fruit is still nutritious. Lauren Manaker

There's nothing like an iced green tea on a spring day.

I like to infuse my iced tea with fruit and herbs. Lauren Manaker

Pickles are a great fit for the Mediterranean diet.

Pickles are a great snack all on their own. Lauren Manaker

Cauliflower wings are a go-to movie snack.

Cauliflower wings are a great plant-based alternative. Lauren Manaker

I tried all the flavors of Poppi prebiotic soda I could find and ranked them from worst to best

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