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Fuel your body right: Simple, nutritious recipes for a healthier you

Dr. Emily Campbell
March 10, 2025 | 4-minute read

Dr. Campbell in a grocerty store holding up vegetables

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As a primary care and sports medicine physician, I often talk to my patients about the importance of fueling their bodies with wholesome, nutrient-rich meals. But just like you, I know that life gets busy, and we all need simple, delicious recipes that make healthy eating easy. That’s why I’m sharing two of my go-to meals—full of flavor, high in quality protein, and packed with nutrients to keep you feeling your best.

Asian salmon sheet pan dinner

This dish is a weeknight lifesaver! With minimal prep, one sheet pan, and a combination of textures and flavors, it’s a nutritious dinner idea that’s easy to clean up.

Why I love it:

  • Salmon is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids.
  • Vegetables add fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
  • One-pan cooking saves time.

1. Salmon: omega-3, heart, brain

Supports heart and brain health.

salmon filets

2. Vegetables add fiber

Provide fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants.

3. One sheet pan

Saves time and makes cleanup easy.

Pro Tip: Let vegetables cook for 10 minutes before adding salmon for better roasting.

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Taco-stuffed peppers

These are flexible, nutrient-dense, and easy to customize with what you have at home.

My staple ingredients:

  • Lean protein (ground turkey)
  • Whole grains (quinoa or brown rice)
  • Beans, corn, tomatoes
  • Taco seasoning
  • Cheese topping

1. Lean protein

Ground turkey makes a healthy base.

2. Whole grains

Quinoa or brown rice works well.

3. Veggies & beans

Add fiber, flavor, and nutrients.

4. Seasoning

Homemade or store-bought works.

5. Cheese topping

Adds flavor and satisfaction.

This meal is filling, flavorful, and great for leftovers.

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Making nutrition simple & delicious

Healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated. Meals like these make it easy to stay on track.

Emily Campbell, MD is a primary care and sports medicine physician at HMG Primary Care at Sapling Grove

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