Mara Martin : Chicken Quesadilla + Guacamole

 Q + A

Tell me about yourself!

I am a model, mother, and women’s advocate. In 2018 I went viral for breastfeeding at the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit runway show which became such a groundbreaking moment for women and mothers around the world. Since then I continue to normalize breastfeeding while advocating for women and mothers everywhere. I am currently writing my first book to be published in 2021 and speak on different panels around the country. I am passionate about giving back and work closely with Save the Children as a Celebrity Cabinet Member.

What do you love about this recipe, and how has it helped you with feeding your toddler?

Aria is a very picky eater. She has always been since she was very little. Of all the foods I have tried this recipe seems to be her favorite so I love making it! It’s great because the quesadilla is packed with flavor and ingredients I know she wouldn’t eat if I offered them to her separately. (Like tomatoes!). I like to find foods that I can sneak vegetables in and this is the perfect one! And I want to note that both the quesadilla and guacamole can he adjusted to your liking. You can add or take out basically any ingredient for both of them!

What is your biggest tip when it comes to feeding a toddler?

 I think I would say when at first you don’t succeed. Try try again. Like 100 times! When I first became a mom I often would have her try food and if she didn’t like it right away I wouldn’t make it again. But soon realized that the more you offer it, they might end up liking it! She never liked guacamole at first. I think the texture was weird for her. But after a couple of tries it became one of her favorite foods.

Follow Mara at: @_maramartin_