How to Make Everyday Delicious and Nutritious with @holberrydietitian

We've been craving a bit of a flavour refresh for Spring and were thrilled to have been able to catch up with Foodie and Dietitian, Holly (@holberrydietitian) to debunk nutrition myths and tips on how to enjoy more nutritious meals every day. 

Hey Holly! Thanks for chatting with us, we're excited to dive into all things food, nutrition, and of course - your delicious recipes. Would you like to start by sharing a bit about yourself and how you got into food and nutrition?   

[Hi guys!] I'm Holly, a total foodie and now a dietitian! I've loved food for as long as I can remember. As a kid, I was always experimenting with flavours and sneaking into the kitchen to 'test' recipes. I brought my passions to life after graduating at the end of 2024 with a Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics, and now I split my time between working as a clinical dietitian and sharing recipes on Instagram. For me, food is art, it's creative, colourful and nourishing all at once. 

That's amazing! And we completely agree, food is just so versatile and we also love having an experimentation session to see what delicious combinations we can come up with. After years of testing and playing around with flavours - what does a day on your plate usually look like now? 

Breakfast is normally baked oats or granola with yoghurt and berries, although if I've got the time, I'll definitely whip up a stack of panckaes or avo on toast. Lunch is usually a loaded sandwich (we're talking chicken, egg, cheese, and plenty of fresh salad). 

For dinner, I often mix things up but right now I'm obsessed with Swedish Meatballs or Creamy Salmon with mash. Snacks are a must in between; popcorn, fruit, museli bars, zucchini slice, cheese and crackers are always on rotation. And, of course no day is complete without something sweet - my current favourite is a gooey chocolate mug brownie. 

If that isn't the perfect day of food, then we don't know what is! We love how your approach to food is so fun and balanced. When it comes to nutritious eating, what's one myth you wish people would stop believing? 

That all fats are bad for you! We actually need healthy fats for our bodies to function properly. Unsaturated fats, like what you can find in avocado, salmon, nuts, seeds and olive oil and incredible for supporting heart health and also reduce inflammation. 

Such a good point, so many great sources of good fats and not to mention, they keep us fuller for longer too! In your opinion, what is the key to nutritious eating and what advice would you give to someone who is looking to find more balance on their plate? 

[I would say] start small by adding more fibre - it's a simple yet effective way to boost nutrition without feeling too restrictive. By this, easy swaps can be grain bread instead of white, adding beans to your pasta or stews, or an extra serving of veggies at dinner. The secret here is really to upgrade your usual staples, instead of removing them which can make it feel too restrictive.

I'm sure our Foodies will love knowing that balanced eating is really just about making little swaps instead of removing their favourite things. Now, going back to experimenting with food, what has been your most 'viral' recipe so far or any go-to meal prep tips that you've been loving recently? 

[Ooh] my Banana Date Pudding with Caramel Sauce really blew up. It's one of my all-time favourite recipes too which made me really happy. 

As for go-to meal prep tips, one-pan or tray-bake meals are a top favourite for me for minimal clean-up yet retaining maximum flavour. I'm also a huge fan of fresh herbs (especially dill) to add variety, fibre, and a little flair to almost any dish. 

That Banana Date Pudding sounds divine! And speaking of recipes, we heard that you've whipped up something delicious in Crumble Cookware - how did you find cooking with Crumble and what did you create? 

If I had to give it a personality, I'd definitely say my Crumble cookware is hardworking! I've used them every single day and they make magic happen no matter what I throw at them. 

For this recipe, I made a Chicken and Leek Risotto in the Deep Ceramic Fry Pan. I love this recipe especially when it comes to meal prepping my work lunches as it comes together easily in one pan, yet packs a punch of flavour. 

Yum! We can't wait to give your recipe a go and just before we wrap up, where can our Foodies find you and more of your delicious recipes? 

You'll find me on Instagram @holberrydietitian - come say hi and join me for all things food, flavour, and fun!