Recipes — protein

Spring is upon us, friends, and as the weather gets warmer, we’re always looking for ways to cool off and stay nourished. Lately, I’ve been exploring more 5-minute recipes at our followers urging because the truth is, no one has time to spend hours and hours in the kitchen. Although saving time is critical, there are other very important issues at hand. That’s where I like to break it down and here is my criteria:   It has to taste good. Life is too short for crappy food, no matter how good it is for you. It has to look...

The Fit Foodie’s NO-BAKE FIT BITES The antidote to expensive protein bars, this is the perfect balance of good fats, protein and slow burning carbs to help stabilize blood sugar. Have a bite before or after a workout, between meals as a snack or as a light grab n go breakfast. Recipe Servings: About 20-25 Balls Serving Size: 1 Ball (1 oz.) Ingredients: 1 cup Gluten-free oats, pulsed in a food processor to a powder 1/2 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut plus 1/3 cup for topping (Omit if there’s a nut allergy) 1 scoop Low sugar protein powder 2 Tbsp Natural...