Plantuary 2026
Start the new year with a healthy mindset and join us for 31 days of plant-focused meals and healthy ideas.
Eat More Plants this January!
This year we’re starting 2026 off with a simple intention: eat more plants.
At Unite for HER, we know there is no one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition, and eating in a plant-based or plant-centered way doesn’t mean you have to be vegan or vegetarian. It simply means you intend to eat more plants! So, we’re officially proclaiming January 2026, as Plantuary – a fun and approachable way to help everyone not only make healthy upgrades, but find new ways to squeeze in an extra serving of veggies, fruits, nuts, seeds, beans, whole grains, and herbs and spices!
Join us throughout the month for new recipes, cooking demonstrations, live virtual events, and more!
Take the Pledge
Take the free Plantuary Pledge and join us this January!
Recipes
Winter Fruit Salad with Lemon Poppy Dressing
This vibrant fruit salad is sunshine in a bowl! It’s perfect for brightening up chilly days or adding a burst of color to any meal. Sweet mandarin oranges, crisp apples, juicy kiwi, creamy banana, and ruby-red pomegranate arils come together in a beautiful mix of...
Cauliflower Tacos with Avocado Crema
These cauliflower tacos are a fresh, flavorful take on taco night, with roasted cauliflower as the star. A creamy avocado-lime crema balances the smoky spices with a cool, tangy finish. They’re colorful, plant-based, and satisfying for meat-eaters and vegetarians...
Very Berry Avocado Smoothie
This smoothie is a simple and delicious way to nourish your body. The combination of spinach and berries provides a powerful mix of antioxidants, fiber, and plant-based iron, while creamy avocado adds heart-healthy monounsaturated fats. The pairing of vitamin C from...
Overnight Buckwheat Porridge
This hearty, gluten-free breakfast is one that’s easy to prepare the night before for a quick, nutritious start to your day. Soaked buckwheat groats combine with creamy almond milk and a touch of sweetness to create a wholesome, satisfying bowl that’s ready whenever...
Vegan Asopao (Rice and Vegetables Stew)
Warm up with a bowl of our Vegan Asopao, a delicious twist on the traditional Puerto Rican rice stew! Bursting with flavors and vibrant ingredients, this comforting dish features hearty vegetables, aromatic spices, and tender rice, all simmered together to create a...
Barley, Tuna, Tomato, and Avocado Salad
Introducing a refreshing and wholesome dish: Barley, Tuna, Tomato, and Avocado Salad! This vibrant salad combines the nutty flavor of barley with the rich, buttery texture of avocado, and the protein-packed goodness of tuna. Juicy tomatoes add a burst of freshness,...
Super Seed Crackers
These super seed crackers are a crunchy, wholesome snack packed with nutrient-dense seeds like flax, sunflower, and sesame. Perfect for pairing with your favorite dips or enjoying on their own, they’re easy to make and full of flavor.
Chocolate Cashew Chia Pudding
This chocolate cashew chia pudding is a rich, creamy treat that's both nutritious and indulgent. Made with cashew milk, cocoa, and chia seeds, it’s a perfect make-ahead breakfast or tasty dessert that will keep you feeling full and nourished, while satisfying your...
Homemade Nut Butter
Making your own nut butter at home is easy, delicious, and allows you to control the ingredients for a healthier spread. With just a few simple steps, you can create creamy, flavorful nut butter perfect for toast, smoothies, or baking.
Recipe Videos
Grocery Store Tour
We’re going on a field trip! Michele DiCristofaro leads us on a tour through the grocery store to talk about
healthy food choices to add to your weekly diet.
Meet the Culinary Nutrition Team
Erin Pellegrin RD, LDN
Senior Director of Culinary Nutrition and Education
Michele DiCristofaro MS, RD, LDN
Culinary Dietitian, Senior Nutrition Associate
Aubrey Redd, MS RD, LDN
Culinary Dietitian, Senior Nutrition Associate
Katheryne Romero, RDN, LDN
Culinary Dietitian, Nutrition Associate
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Erin Pellegrin RD, LDN
Senior Director of Culinary Nutrition and Education
Erin Pellegrin RD, LDN is Unite for HER’s Director of Culinary Nutrition. She joined as a full-time staff member in 2018 after working as a contributing dietitian for 5 years. As part of the Culinary Nutrition Team, she shares their nutrition mission and philosophy at their virtual wellness conferences and by providing education via a variety of offerings as part of the Wellness Program. This includes nutrition counseling during treatment and side effect management, education about healthy eating and grocery shopping, virtual cooking classes and as a contributor to the UFH blog and social media outlets.
Prior to joining Unite for HER, she worked as a clinical dietitian at a Philadelphia Hospital where she focused primarily on the inpatient and outpatient oncology population. She received her nutrition degree from LaSalle University in Philadelphia and has a Bachelor of Arts in Communication/Journalism from St. John Fisher College in Rochester, New York. She currently lives in Center City, Philadelphia with her partner, Jason, and their dog, Kiki.
Katheryne Romero, RDN, LDN
Culinary Dietitian, Senior Nutrition Associate
Katheryne Romero RDN, LDN was born and raised in Caracas, Venezuela. She completed her B.S in Dietetics and Nutrition at Florida International University. After her experience working as an inpatient/outpatient dietitian in the clinical setting and as a nutrition manager for a food bank in South Florida, she now serves as our Bilingual Culinary Dietitian and Nutrition Associate. Aside from providing individual nutrition counseling and grocery gift card appointments, she serves as a contact person for our Hispanic participants.
Michele DiCristofaro MS, RD, LDN
Culinary Dietitian, Senior Nutrition Associate
Michele DiCristofaro MS, RD, LDN is a Senior Culinary Dietitian at Unite for HER. She received a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from York College of Pennsylvania and obtained her Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition from Immaculata University in Malvern, PA. As a Senior Culinary Dietitian, she supports Unite for HER’s nutrition mission by providing nutrition consultations, hosting virtual cooking demonstrations, and contributing to Unite for HER’s growing library of nutrition education. She currently resides in West Norriton, PA with her husband and son.
Aubrey Redd, MS RD, LDN
Culinary Dietitian, Senior Nutrition Associate
Aubrey Redd, MS, RDN, LDN joined the Unite for HER team as a Culinary Dietitian and Senior Nutrition Associate after her experience working in outpatient nutrition counseling, and as a community nutrition educator. She is a seasoned West Chester University alumna – attending the university for her bachelor of science in nutrition & dietetics, master of science in community nutrition, and supervised dietetic internship practice. As a Culinary Dietitian and Senior Nutrition Associate, she assists participants 1:1 with their nutrition needs, hosts group cooking demonstrations, and supports creative and culinary endeavors with the rest of the Unite for HER team. She currently resides in King of Prussia, PA.