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Cottage Cheese Protein Ice Cream

Cottage Cheese Protein Ice Cream

PSA: you need this!!Give me GELATO over ice cream any day of the week, especially Mondays!I love the #cottagecheese ice cream crazy but i prefer gelato - and make it high-protein and low sugar because we all about the GAINZ right now.THIS IS IT. 🍦🍦🍦4 ingredients to creamy, yummy goodness that’s got 40 grams of protein per 1 cup serving - and only 4 grams of sugar and 8 grams of carbs.1 cup low-fat cottage cheese1 packet @simplydelishnatural chocolate protein powder (or 16 g of your fave clean protein)1 teaspoon instant organic decaf coffee25 g @p2eatsmart Heroic Hazelnut high protein...

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Guacamole Bell Pepper Nachos

Guacamole Bell Pepper Nachos

Did you know that while all bell peppers are a delicious, heart healthy food, Red Bell Peppers are a particularly good choice for heart health as they are full of lycopene. They are also a source of cholesterol-lowering soluble fiber and powerful antioxidant vitamins A and C, which are good for your heart health.  Pair these bad boys with some perfectly ripe avocados and you have yourself an AMAZING little bowl of goodness that is full of dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, which also help to keep your heart healthier.  This little dish is good for any day of the week —...

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CHOCOLATE COCONUTTER DIP

CHOCOLATE COCONUTTER DIP

This is a perfect example of a fat filler that, while you are eating it, you won't believe it's guilt-free. SO creamy and delish, it's a treat you can look forward to daily in between meals, with fresh sliced apples, pears or strawberries!  Here is what you need 2 cups cashews  1/4 cup raw coconut oil (see Note)  2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder  6 drops of liquid stevia, or 1 teaspoon granulated stevia  1/2 teaspoon cinnamon  This is how you do it In a large dry skillet comatose the cashews over low heat until lightly golden. Transfer them to a...

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mareya ibrahim
KANIWA & FRESH HERB TABBOULI

KANIWA & FRESH HERB TABBOULI

Tabbouli is one of those salads that feels substantial because it has a single-ingredient grain, but it's also full of fresh flavor, herbage, and just the right amount of raw red onion where you don't feel like your breath might knock someone over. Made from kaniwa, quinoa's cute little sister, this dish is great for parties or picnics, as it holds up well. I grew up on this tabbouli, so it takes me back to my happy place. I hope it does for you, too. INGREDIENTS:  1 cup kaniwa or quinoa 1 teaspoon sea salt, plus more for the water...

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