Eating around the holidayscan invoke a lot of stress and anxiety.

We often think, “I don’t want to blow my diet and fall off track.”

And what exactly are dietitians bringing to holiday parties this year?

Delicata

Courtesy of the Healthy Epicurean

So, I hope people get hooked on them," she continued.

Get the recipe forCajun Spiced Walnuts.

And you’ll be delighted to know that delicata squash does not require peeling.

cajun walnuts

Courtesy of California Walnuts

Get Andrew’s recipe forDelicata Squash with Walnut Crumble.

“It is packed with sweet and savory goodness as well as nourishing ingredients.

Fuyu persimmon is high in potassium, which helps to support normal blood pressure,” Chou explains.

Delicata

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“This dish is also a good source of fiber providing 6 grams per serving.

Fiber helps with digestion after holiday meals.

The addition of fresh lemon juice to finish it off also adds antioxidant properties to this flavor-packed dish!”

Roasted Persimmon

Courtesy of The Sound of Cooking

Get Chou’s recipe forFuyu Persimmon.

Jam-topped brie

“My go-to easy but fancy appetizer recipe for parties is jam-topped brie.

It always looks so impressive and beautiful yet takes just minutes to prepare,” says Gorin.

Jam topped brie

Courtesy of Plant Based with Amy

Get Gorin’s recipe forJam-topped Brie.

Typically, they do lack vegetables," says Miller.

“I am bringing a simple side dish using frozen green beans.

Cajun Green Beans

Courtesy of The Miller’s Kitchen

Frozen vegetables are packed at their peak of freshness.

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Get Miller’s recipe forCajun Green Beans.

Get Clevenger’s recipe forBacon-wrapped Meatballs.

Bacon wrapped meatballs

Courtesy of Lara Clevenger

“Serve with pepper strips, pita chips or a choice of crackers.

The plate comes home empty every time!”

Get Andrew’s recipe forLayered Hummus.

Layered hummus

Courtesy of Sound Bites Nutrition

“I love this recipe for a couple of reasons.

It provides a vegetable packed with vitamin C to your plate.

I’ve added whole wheat penne to mine before for the fiber!

Cauliflower mac and cheese

Courtesy of Michelle Nelson Nutrition

Get Nelson’s recipe forCauliflower Mac & Cheese.