MT Nutrition Team
The MT Nutrition Team is made up of senior-level students in the MTSU Dietetics program. We work together to develop programs, services, and events that provide nutrition
education across campus. The Nutrition Team provides cooking demonstrations, support
to Fitness programs, and is available for group presentations.
What We Do
Cooking Demonstrations
- Our grant-funded nutrition cart has traveled all across campus (and off-campus) to
provide cooking demonstrations around campus and at events. Cooking demonstrations
are a great way to learn about food and drinks in a hands-on setting, while also learning
some chef skills along the way!
Program Support
- Our Nutrition Team supports several other Campus Recreation and MTSU programs. Examples
include the providing nutrition guidance to students in the Freshman Fit program, one-on-one support for Personal Training clients, and leading sessions at our Youth Camps.
Group Presentations and Education
The Nutrition Team focuses on providing education to the MTSU Community and are able
to give presentations on a variety of topics. This is a great way to receive credible
and safe guidance on how to have a healthy diet.
Recipes:
Peanut Butter Protein Smoothie
Supplies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk or milk alternative
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 scoop of chocolate-flavored protein powder
- 2 tbsp of peanut butter or other nut butter
Instructions:
- Add milk and banana to your blender
- Add scoop of protein
- Add peanut (or other) butter
- Blend and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to add your own twist by changing up the protein powder flavor or fruit
used
- Play around with the portions until you find what tastes best for you
Pesto Pasta with Chicken and Veggies
Supplies:
- Medium-large pot, colander, and stovetop OR medium to large microwave-safe bowl and microwave
- Knife (cut veggies)
- Spoon (stir)
Ingredients:
- 2 cups pasta (whole grain or regular)
- 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast (about 3oz) cooked
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 bag of frozen or steamtable broccoli
- ΒΌ cup pesto
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp parmesan cheese
Instructions:
- Cook/drain the pasta following the instructions on the package
- While pasta is cooking:
- Cook the broccoli following the instructions on the package
- Cut up the bell pepper and chicken into bite-sized pieces
- While straining the pasta, put the oil, chicken, bell pepper, and broccoli in the
pan used for the past on medium heat
- Once heated, add the pasta and pesto to the pan with the chicken and vegetables and
mix it all together
- Serve topped with parmesan cheese
Notes
- Feel free to add your own twist by changing up the meat or vegetables used
- Play around with the portions until you find what tastes best for you
- If you do not have a stovetop, you can buy pre-cooked pasta and chicken, add all ingredients
except the cheese to a microwave-safe bowl, and heat in a microwave (topping with
cheese at the end, of course!)
Contact Information
For inquiries on how the MT Nutrition Team can get involved with your event/program/class,
you can contact:
