Dining Bracket Contest Winner: O-House O'Hacienda!
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Written by Maggie Green, a 4th year Dietetics major, UGA Sports Nutrition Intern, and the Student Nutrition Marketing Supervisor for UGA Dining Services’ Nutrition Department
The results are in and the O-House O'Hacienda is this year’s fan-favorite dining station from the 2022 March Madness Dining Bracket Contest! This staple station is home to UGA’s most flavorful burritos, tacos, quesadillas, and nachos. You can customize your plate with delicious toppings to accommodate for any dietary restrictions or allergens. As National Nutrition Month ends, we invite you to experience a world of flavors and visit the O'Hacienda for lunch or dinner to see why it is the top student-rated station this year!
If you are unsure about what to choose from the endless choices of bases, greens,
and toppings, this guide will help inspire you while ensuring you create a meal that
is satiating and delicious.
This “rule of thumb” is great to remember when building any meal, and time of the day. Think about including Carbs, Color, and Protein on your plate to achieve a balance of nourishing and tasty foods. The carbohydrate provides fuel for your body and brain, a variety of colorful foods provides essential micronutrients like vitamins and minerals, and ample protein will increase the satiety of your meal to give you longer lasting energy. Think about prioritizing ½ your plate for color, ¼ for carbs, and ¼ for protein.
Here are examples at O'Hacienda as well as some sample combinations!
Carb: Tortilla, Taco Shell, Rice
Color: Diced Green Bell Peppers, Fresh Cilantro, Fresh Diced Tomato, Shredded Lettuce, Fresh Lime Wedge, Fresh Minced Jalapenos, Fresh Red Onion, Fresh Spinach, Guacamole, Mild Red Salsa, Black Olives, Salsa Verde, Corn Salsa, Pico de Gallo
Protein Options: Vegan Tacos, Fajita Steak, Chili Lime Tofu, Chicken Fajita Steaks, Beef Taco, Beans Black, Pinto, Refried
Finally, spice it up with some of your favorite toppings for added flavor and healthy fats like sour cream, shredded cheese, or chipotle ranch dressing.
Meal Ideas
- Rice, Black Beans, Chili Lime Tofu, Fresh Diced Tomato, Lime Wedge, Fresh Minced Jalapeños, Guacamole
- Tortilla Chips, Ground Beef, Cheese, Corn Salsa, Pico de Gallo, Pickled Jalapenos
- Tortilla, Refried Beans, Chicken Fajita Steak, Diced Green Bell Peppers, Shredded
Lettuce, Pico De Gallo
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