Healthy South Texas - Victoria County

Path to Plate: 🥕Carrots 🥕 - June 2026

Store Well Waste Less
🥕Carrots can be stored in a closed plastic bag or container in a refrigerator (32°F - 50°F) for up to 2 weeks.
🥕Remove the leafy green tops, through which carrots can lose moisture, before storing.
🥕If you would like to use the green tops in a soup or stir-fry, store them separately.
🥕Wash the carrots just before you prepare them.
🥕Be sure to keep baby carrots in their original bag and store in your refrigerator.

When you’re living with diabetes, it’s not about cutting foods out. It’s about building meals that work for your body.

Using the Diabetes Plate:
• Fill half your plate with non-starchy vegetables
• Fill one-quarter with lean protein
• Fill the last quarter with quality carbs—like potatoes (yes, potatoes!)

It’s a flexible way to enjoy the foods you love while still supporting your health. See more meal ideas and tips at https://bit.ly/4tqUhoA.

Thank you to my dear friends at the Victoria Public Library, Brianna, Eric, and my new friend, Kim, for being guest chefs. I am thankful to be a part of their vision to create this unique group event.

Thank you Amanda Porter for creating all of our marketing items and the beautiful cookbook.

And thank you to everyone who came and joined us for our first Dinner Tonight: A Book Tasting. I loved seeing so many old friends and making new ones.

Tonight we had a blast at Dinner Tonight: A Book Tasting. Served this recipe, along with two others, and it was hit! All 3 were enjoyed.

Lemon Berry Almond Cake | Dinner Tonight Looking for a summer treat that is oh so BERRY sweet? Our Lemon Berry Almond Cake combines a light lemony cake topped with fresh berries!

Fuel your body with food that helps you feel better. Food that satisfies and nourishes.

Try a favorite from Cooking Well: Texas Meets Mediterranean. Budget friendly. Tasty. Easy prep to table.

Looking for a heart-healthy, easy lunch idea? 🥑🌯 Check out the Bean and Avocado Wrap from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service’s Dinner Tonight program! It’s packed with protein, fiber, and delicious flavor—perfect for a quick meal on the go.

Ready to give it a try? Get the recipe here: Bean and Avocado Wrap | Dinner Tonight

🎉🥑 Fun challenge: Describe your favorite avocado dish using only emojis!

Try a charred corn salad for a yummy lunch or dinner. Fun. Filling. Something a little different.

🌽 Charred Corn Salad
Take your summer meals up a notch with smoky grilled corn paired with fresh vegetables. This salad delivers bold flavor while staying light and nutritious.
✅ Best for: Outdoor grilling and gatherings
💡 Tip: Use frozen or canned corn as a time-saving alternative

Get the recipe: https://dinnertonight.tamu.edu/recipe/charred-corn-salad/

A varied exercise routine is beneficial including cardio helps to strengthen your heart and lungs while increasing your energy level. Cardio significantly lowers your risk of chronic disease.

Cardio Exercises Benefit More Than Just Your Heart An exercise physiologist explains what cardio exercise is, why it’s beneficial and how much of it you need to do to keep everything in shape, from your ticker to your toes.

Seasonal. Tasty. Satisfying. Perfect for a hot summer day!

Ginger Melon Salad | Dinner Tonight Use this gingered melon salad with watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew as a side dish, appetizer, or a tasty snack.

Yoga is a great way to getting moving. Moving helps you feel better, sleep better, and have more energy.

Tips for Practicing Yoga at Home Wanting to start practicing yoga at home? Our yoga specialist has tips to help you get started.