Recipes
mommamuscles
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Thought it would be fun to start a recipe thread so we can share our favorite healthy go-to recipes for those who are new and wondering, "What do I eat????" We can also share links to favorite recipes for clean-ish eating.
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This is one of my favorite lunches I make at home:
tomato
fresh green peper
cucumber
avocado
romaine lettuce
red onion
boiled egg (or just the whites)
feta cheese or shredded parmesean cheese (1 tbsp)
I slice and dice and mix all those ingredients and stuff my spinach (or my tomato) wrap or any wrap depending on my cravings. lol
It is such a yummy tasty wrap!0 -
I posted this recipe (from allrecipes) to the forum:
http://em2wl.createmybb3.com/forum-13.html
Turkey and Quinoa Meatloaf...its one of my fav's0 -
Ohhhhh...a recipe thread! I will definitely be stalking this thread, and hopefully will have something to contribute here and there! :laugh:
I might have to try Mike's recipe--sounds delicious! Don't know if my kids/hubs would eat it, but methinks I could always just make a batch for myself and freeze/reheat throughout the week. :huh:0 -
I make these often: Oatmeal pancakes
They are relatively high in protein and you can even add a scoop of protein powder to them.
1/2 cup quick oats
1/2 cup cottage cheese
1/4 cup egg whites
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp cinnamon
Blend ingredients together and then add blueberries, banana, nuts etc. and pour spoonfuls into a hot pan to cook like pancakes. They are not really sweet but when topped with a tbsp of maple syrup or other topping they are a great and filling breakfast.
Recently I have been short on time so I actually cook the above just like oatmeal in a pot with some water and eat it like oatmeal instead of pancakes, with a TBSP of brown sugar and it is great also. It is really filling.0 -
This is one of my favorite go-to recipes...Careful, they are very addictive!!!
1/2 c. natural nut butter
2 scoops protein powder, any flavor
2 T. cocoa powder (unsweetened)
1 cup oats
1/4 c. honey
stevia to taste
Mix all ingredients together and roll into balls. You may have to add a little water to get it to come together. I usually roll them into one inch balls, but you can also make them into bars. Keep them in the fridge, they are great for before and after workouts (or anytime really, lol!) . You can also add all kinds of ingredients to them, unsweetened coconut, dried fruit, chocolate chips, etc. My kids love them too!0 -
I made the most delicious salad this week....you all HAVE to try it!!
Roasted Chicken and Cannellini Bean Salad with Greek Dressing
4 oz roasted chicken breast (great for using up leftovers)
1/2 cup cannellini beans (preferably low sodium), drained and rinsed
1-2 slices of red onion
1 TBS fresh lemon juice
1 oz reduced fat feta cheese
1 TBS extra virgin olive oil
1 TBS red wine vinegar
1 tsp minced garlic
Mix ingredients together in a large bowl and sit in fridge for about 5-10 minutes.
Before eating, give it a good stir again and enjoy!!0 -
This is one of my favorite go-to recipes...Careful, they are very addictive!!!
1/2 c. natural nut butter
2 scoops protein powder, any flavor
2 T. cocoa powder (unsweetened)
1 cup oats
1/4 c. honey
stevia to taste
Mix all ingredients together and roll into balls. You may have to add a little water to get it to come together. I usually roll them into one inch balls, but you can also make them into bars. Keep them in the fridge, they are great for before and after workouts (or anytime really, lol!) . You can also add all kinds of ingredients to them, unsweetened coconut, dried fruit, chocolate chips, etc. My kids love them too!
I'm sooooooooooo gonna make these!!!!!0 -
Everyone, I tried the recipe at the following link this weekend, and they were SO GOOD that I made another batch last night to bring into work today. They're a HUGE hit. Just be warned...if you have questionable will power, keep these somewhere out of reach 'cause I'm afraid I ate about half a pan of these over the weekend. (Oops.)
Anyway, they're chocolate chip blonde brownies, made with chickpeas & peanut butter & some other good stuff.
Next time I make them, I'll be tweaking the recipe to get the fat & calories a bit lower. May try brown sugar Splenda blend (Jen, I already know what you're going to say...you sugar purists do your own thang!!) and replacing half of the peanut butter with applesauce. May try to further beef up the protein content by adding in some protein powder. Gonna play...if any of you try any variations on these, please share!
http://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/2011/05/18/chocolate-chip-blondies-and-theyre-good-for-you/0 -
Everyone, I tried the recipe at the following link this weekend, and they were SO GOOD that I made another batch last night to bring into work today. They're a HUGE hit. Just be warned...if you have questionable will power, keep these somewhere out of reach 'cause I'm afraid I ate about half a pan of these over the weekend. (Oops.)
Anyway, they're chocolate chip blonde brownies, made with chickpeas & peanut butter & some other good stuff.
Next time I make them, I'll be tweaking the recipe to get the fat & calories a bit lower. May try brown sugar Splenda blend (Jen, I already know what you're going to say...you sugar purists do your own thang!!) and replacing half of the peanut butter with applesauce. May try to further beef up the protein content by adding in some protein powder. Gonna play...if any of you try any variations on these, please share!
http://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/2011/05/18/chocolate-chip-blondies-and-theyre-good-for-you/
That sounds awesome! Can't wait to try!0 -
Everyone, I tried the recipe at the following link this weekend, and they were SO GOOD that I made another batch last night to bring into work today. They're a HUGE hit. Just be warned...if you have questionable will power, keep these somewhere out of reach 'cause I'm afraid I ate about half a pan of these over the weekend. (Oops.)
Anyway, they're chocolate chip blonde brownies, made with chickpeas & peanut butter & some other good stuff.
Next time I make them, I'll be tweaking the recipe to get the fat & calories a bit lower. May try brown sugar Splenda blend (Jen, I already know what you're going to say...you sugar purists do your own thang!!) and replacing half of the peanut butter with applesauce. May try to further beef up the protein content by adding in some protein powder. Gonna play...if any of you try any variations on these, please share!
http://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/2011/05/18/chocolate-chip-blondies-and-theyre-good-for-you/
That sounds awesome! Can't wait to try!
Ooh, I've been meaning to try those. These are another amazing recipe...black bean brownies. I know they sound disgusting, and I dont like people messin with my chocolate, but seriously these are some of the best brownies I've had. I added sunspire chocolate chips and almonds when I made them.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQOF6gXq7Xc&noredirect=1
I also love Jamie Eason's recipes on body building.com:
http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&frm=1&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CFUQFjAA&url=http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/get-lean-eat-clean-with-jamie-eason-main-page.htm&ei=kwfNT5XIFof69QS3memtDw&usg=AFQjCNHi2H_vq9AsGSpVA_ZQg6PBFgyjgQ
Her cinnamon protein bread and turkey muffins are so good!0 -
ANYTHING from Skinnytaste.com. I make 5+ meals a week from there and they are always great (even the hubs likes them).0
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Everyone, I tried the recipe at the following link this weekend, and they were SO GOOD that I made another batch last night to bring into work today. They're a HUGE hit. Just be warned...if you have questionable will power, keep these somewhere out of reach 'cause I'm afraid I ate about half a pan of these over the weekend. (Oops.)
Anyway, they're chocolate chip blonde brownies, made with chickpeas & peanut butter & some other good stuff.
Next time I make them, I'll be tweaking the recipe to get the fat & calories a bit lower. May try brown sugar Splenda blend (Jen, I already know what you're going to say...you sugar purists do your own thang!!) and replacing half of the peanut butter with applesauce. May try to further beef up the protein content by adding in some protein powder. Gonna play...if any of you try any variations on these, please share!
http://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/2011/05/18/chocolate-chip-blondies-and-theyre-good-for-you/
I make something from Chocolate Covered Katies blog just about everyday..... I use her milkshakes as a base for my protein shakes! Love her!0 -
Peanut butter protein cookies:
http://www.fitnessandspice.com/2010/12/peanut-butter-protein-cookies/
I am running low on PB so I used Sunbutter and I only used 1/4 cup sweetener (coconut palm sugar) because I don't need sugary sweet and most recipes I halve the sugar anyway. I also use Bob's Red Mill Whey Protein since I stay away from artificial processed sweeteners (splenda, aspartame, agave, etc)
For 12 cookies it came out to 101 cals and 6 grams of protein using my subs.0 -
Heres another recipe my family loves..
http://www.skinnytaste.com/2010/11/baked-chipotle-sweet-potato-fries.html0 -
These are amazing!
Pumpkin Protein BarsNutrition Facts:
Nutrition (without walnuts): 1 square = 47 calories, .7 g fat, 8 g carbs, 3.7 g protein
Nutrition (with walnuts): 1 square = 63 calories, 2.3 g fat, 8 g carbs, 4 g protein
Ingredients:
■½ C Xylitol Brown Sugar Blend (Ideal) - I used organic brown sugar
■1 - 4 oz. jar baby food applesauce
■2 tsp. ground cinnamon
■1 ½ tsp. ground ginger
■½ tsp. ground clove
■1 tsp. baking powder
■1 tsp. baking soda
■½ tsp. salt
■2 tsp. vanilla extract
■4 large egg whites
■1 - 15 oz. can of raw pumpkin
■2 C oat flour
■2 scoops vanilla whey protein
■½ cup almond milk
■½ C chopped walnuts (optional) - I used 1 cup
Directions:
1.Preheat the oven to 350.
2.Spray a 9 X 13 Pyrex dish with non-stick spray.
3.Combine first 11 ingredients and mix well.
4.Add the final 3 ingredients (4, if adding walnuts), and mix until incorporated. Spread batter into the Pyrex dish and bake for 30 min.
5.Makes 24 squares.0 -
OOOH they all look good! I'm going to try the protein pancakes for sure. I think even the hubby and kiddos will like them!!0
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Frozen Protein Choc-PB Cups
I have made these in several versions. Here is the one I like the best.
- 4 Oz Almond Milk
- 2 Oz Greek Plain Yogurt
- 1 TBPS Peanut Butter (I use Honey Roasted PB)
- 1 TBPS Unsweetened Cocoa (I use Ghirardelli)
- 1 Scoop Protein Powder in Choc (I use Miracle Whey Dr. Mercola)
- 1 TSP Sugar
Mix in blender and pour it in silicone muffin molds (it makes for easy removal). Freeze. Enjoy
Nutrition Facts: Cal:48 Carb: 5 Fat: 2 Protein: 4 Fiber: 10 -
Bump-a-Licious!!
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Bump for goodness !!! ❤0
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My friend gave me this recipe and I LOVE IT!!! I call it Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Hummus.
1 1/2 cups chickpeas (1 can, rinsed well and drained) (250g)
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp baking soda
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup nut butter (You can get away with using only 3 T. If you use peanut butter, it’ll have a very-slight “pb cookie dough” taste, so if you don’t want this, you can sub oil.)
up to 1/4 cup milk of choice (Start with 1 T, and add more as needed)
Sweetener (see note below, for amount)
1/3 cup chocolate chips or Sugar-Free Chocolate Chips
2 to 3 T oats (or flaxmeal) (You can omit, but also omit the milk if you do)
Add all ingredients (except for chocolate chips) to a good food processor (not blender), and blend until very smooth. Then mix in the chocolate chips.
Sweetener Notes: I used 2/3 cup brown sugar . You can also use Liquid sweeteners (agave, maple, etc.) are fine as well, as is evaporated cane juice. You can easily get away with less sugar– some people will be perfectly fine with just 3 T for the whole recipe! And if you don’t want any sugar, be sure to check out the “no-sugar” version linked above. (You can also use stevia, if you like the taste of stevia-sweetened desserts. Try 2-3 packets of NuNaturals stevia, and add more sweetener if needed. I wouldn’t recommend serving an all-stevia version to party guests, though.)0 -
Curried Chicken Salad
• 1 large Chicken breast – 6 oz. (broiled or grilled, then chilled + chopped)
• 1 carrot, roughly diced
• 1 scallion, sliced
• ½ c peas, lightly steamed
Sauce:
• 2 TBSP Hellman’s light olive oil mayonnaise
• 2 TBSP non-fat plain yogurt
• TBSP yellow curry powder (or to taste)
• 1tsp sriracha, or to taste
• TBSP PB2 (or peanut butter, if you’d like)
• TBSP shredded, unsweetened, reduced fat coconut
Mix up the sauce, chop up the chicken and veggies, mix it all together and serve on a heaping bed of baby spinach. ☺
CALORIES: 572
CARBS: 29
FAT: 19
PROTEIN: 85
FIBER: 7
SODIUM: 1051
**I made this from leftover grilled chicken... This recipe is for 1 serving. Of course, you could modify it to feed more people.
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Curried Chicken Salad
• 1 large Chicken breast – 6 oz. (broiled or grilled, then chilled + chopped)
• 1 carrot, roughly diced
• 1 scallion, sliced
• ½ c peas, lightly steamed
Sauce:
• 2 TBSP Hellman’s light olive oil mayonnaise
• 2 TBSP non-fat plain yogurt
• TBSP yellow curry powder (or to taste)
• 1tsp sriracha, or to taste
• TBSP PB2 (or peanut butter, if you’d like)
• TBSP shredded, unsweetened, reduced fat coconut
Mix up the sauce, chop up the chicken and veggies, mix it all together and serve on a heaping bed of baby spinach. ☺
CALORIES: 572
CARBS: 29
FAT: 19
PROTEIN: 85
FIBER: 7
SODIUM: 1051
**I made this from leftover grilled chicken... This recipe is for 1 serving. Of course, you could modify it to feed more people.
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These muffins are in my oven right now. Crossing my fingers!!!! Not very high in calories, but I did add some chocolate chips, lol.
http://dashingdish.com/recipe/banana-bread-protein-muffins/0 -
I am finally making this old Rachel Ray recipe. I will have it for breakfast tomorrow but I can't imagine that it wouldn't taste good! Its baking now but i will report back on the taste:
Spinach Ricotta Pie
One 10oz pkg of frozen spinach, thawed.
One 15 ounce container of ricotta cheese (I used cottage cheese)
8 ounces garlic-herb spreadable cheese (I used Athenos jalapeno spreadable cheese which is only 6.5oz)
4 large eggs, lightly beaten (I used 5 eggs)
1 cup chopped marinated artichokes (I used frozen hearts because I needed to use them up)
Grease a 9 inch pie pan. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Wring the spinach dry. Whisk ricotta cheese, spreadable cheese and eggs. Add spinach and artichokes, salt and pepper to taste. Pour into prepared pan and bake until golden brown, about 45 min.0 -
My above recipe took a little longer to cook through the middle but I did a test taste and it taste great!0
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Heres another egg recipe that I really love! I have never followed the Slimming World diet but I like many of the recipes on this site:
http://www.slimmingeats.com/blog/sweet-potato-and-spinach-frittata0 -
bump to take a peek at later!
I too am a major CCK blog/recipe fan! 0 -
bump... these are awesome, I can't wait to try!!!0
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Today for Father's Day, I made my hubby a breakfast casserole that has long been a family favorite. Made a few changes and it was still super yummy, high protein and surprisingly low calorie. You could definitely use full fat ingredients if you're trying to up your calories more.
Its called Amish Egg Casserole. Here's the recipe:
6 potatoes, peeled and cubed, then boiled until fork tender, drained, and cooled to room temperature
2 c. egg substitute (or 12 eggs)
1 bag frozen southwest blend veggies (diced peppers/onions)
1 T. garlic
1 t. dry mustard
1 t. paprika
salt and pepper to taste
16 oz. fat free cottage cheese
4 oz. diced ham
1 1/3 c. turkey sausage crumbles (I used Jimmy Dean)
4 oz. each shredded light swiss and colby-jack cheese
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except swiss cheese, stir well to combine. Pour into sprayed 9 x 13 inch pan and top with swiss cheese. Bake at 350 for about an hour. Let sit for 15 minutes before cutting into 12 squares.
When I ran it through the recipe builder I came up with 195 calories, 15 g carbs, 5 g fat, 23 g protein.
We've made it with all kinds of different breakfast meats (bacon, anyone?) and cheeses (pepper jack...yum), just kind of depends on what you like! Enjoy!0
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