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Low carb grab and go breakfast ideas
Hey guys - I generally take my breakfast with me to work, but I'm looking for some options for "grab and go" or make the night before breakfasts. I'm controlling my carbs so it does not have to be carb free, but 15g or less would be great. I appreciate any ideas!
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Low fat WHOLE FOOD salad dressing - Creamy Balsalmic Vinaigrette
It's tough to come up with healthy real food salad dressings so when I worked this one out I thought I'd share it here. 3/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 cup low-fat plain yogurt* 4 cloves raw garlic crushed, minced, or pressed (or more - really, it's the best part!) 1 TBSP yellow mustard 1 tsp…
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Yoghurt magic
I have noted that when you eat plain yogurt as the last item at any meal, the food comes out exactly in 6 hours. No constipation whatsoever. I believe we gain weight the longer it takes to digest. Try it and share your experience.
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Cranberry Flax Cookies
I got this recipe from a fitness girl I follow on Instagram and YouTube. Her name is Jen Heward. She is awesome. I just made these cookies and they are so good! CRANBERRY FLAX COOKIES
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5:2 soup
Getting back into 5:2 and need some inspiration. Going to try and make a red lentil and coconut milk soup with some nice spices. Has anyone got a tried and tested recipe?
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Coconut Curry Soup with Chickpeas
This is my riff on Pita Jungle's soup. One of my favorites!! http://www.theharvestkitchen.com/coconut-curry-soup-with-chickpeas/
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desi fruit salad
i recently tried this..i cut all the fruits inely which are available at home and add 200g yogurt to one bowl of fruit..and sprinkle a little chaat masala on top. (one of the very famous indo-pak spice-mix)..its yummyyyy..those who dontmind extra calories, can add half a teaspoon lemon tang..so yummy...
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Help!!!! Seriously craving pumpkin pie
Anyone know low cal versions?
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Zesty Lime, Shrimp and Advacado Salad
This stuff is amazing!! Zesty Lime Shrimp and Avocado Salad Skinnytaste.com Servings: 4 • Serving Size: about 1 cup • Old Points: 4 pt • Points+: 5 pt Calories: 197 • Fat: 8 g • Protein: 25 g • Carb: 7 g • Fiber: 3 g • Sugar: 0 Sodium: 330 mg • Choles: 221 Ingredients: 1/4 cup chopped red onion 2 limes, juice of 1 tsp…
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Healthier banana bread
I have tons of bananas in my freezer and we all love banana bread, but don't love all the oil/butter and sugar that it takes to make them. So I played around with the recipe and came up with this one. It is so good and only about 105 calories per slice and about 8 grams of sugar. I am still trying to lower that but for now…
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Brussels Sprouts Hash
Great recipe for those who like Brussels sprouts. Yield: 8 servings Ingredients 4 thick slices applewood smoked bacon 2tablespoons unsalted butter 3large shallots, sliced into thin rounds 3large garlic cloves, minced 1 1/2pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and cut into quarters lengthwise 1/2cup reduced-sodium chicken broth…
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Banana Tofu Pudding
http://smithsvegankitchen.blogspot.com/2013/03/banana-tofu-pudding.html?m=1 I made this the other day, minus the Graham crackers...it taste really good!
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Low Calorie Ice Cream Sundae
So, I found this ice cream in my local grocery store called Arctic Zero. It doesn't taste like much, but when you pair it with other ingredients, then this is delicious! Ingredients - 1 Pint Chocolate Arctic Zero Ice Cream - 2 Tbsp Walden Farm's Chocolate Syrup - 2 Tbsp Walden Farm's Caramel - 100 g Sliced Banana - 130 g…
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Recipe swap
Pineapple salsa ingredients: tomato, pineapple, onion, garlic, lemon, cilantro, jalapeño salt pepper. Self explanatory mixing process Dice ingredients, season to taste enjoy!
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salad toppings
What do you all eat on your salads? I need some fresh ideas! Today I had spinach, chicken in mango chipotle yogurt dressing with sunflower seeds and cooked, diced veggies.
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Fish tacos with mango slasa
I got this recipe idea from Pinterest. Originally the recipe called for shrimp, but I didn't have any, so I used talapia instead. I just buy the big bag of frozen talapia fillets. Recipe: Talapia: (2) 4-ounce frozen talpaia fillets Season with Old Bay, Salt, Pepper and Garlic Powder. I cook it in a skillet with some…
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Easy Tasty Salad
Spring mix lettuce from a bag Any of these fruits (Mandarine oranges from a can or apples or even strawberries) Blue cheese crumbles Walnut pieces Ken's lite Raspberry Vinaigrette dressing Sometimes I'll add some chicken to this too
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Cranberry Flax Cookies
I got this recipe from a fitness girl I follow on Instagram and YouTube. Her name is Jen Heward. She is awesome. I just made these cookies and they are so good! CRANBERRY FLAX COOKIES
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Recipe swap
Pineapple salsa ingredients: tomato, pineapple, onion, garlic, lemon, cilantro, jalapeño salt pepper Dice ingredients add seasoning to t aste
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Pomegranate/pear salsa
Having a pomegranate tree, I looked up some recipes and stumbled upon a pomegranate pear salsa. See below 2 pomegranates 2 pears 3/4 bunch cilantro 1/4 red onion 1 Lemon or lime Salt to taste Mix all together and enjoy!
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Chocolate whey smoothie?
Anyone have a smoothie recipe with chocolate whey that doesnt use milk? I bought chocolate on accident. I ususally use vanilla and I just figured out the secret to making it taste good. (100% juices and a frozen banana) but Im worried a juice base is going to make this taste awful lol. Anyone have any input?
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Make Ahead Grilled Chicken
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are frequently on sale so we stock up! I marinate 4 or 5 pounds with one type of seasoning and another 4 or 5 pounds with another type of seasoning. I use a small amount of olive oil on my hands to rub on the chicken. Then I cook all of them on the charcoal grill. When they're finished I…
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low calorie/low carb
Lifter working on a daily 1200 calorie diet with macros of 150 grams of carbs, 40 of fat, and 60 of protein. Does anyone have any recipe ideas?
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Tofu Shake
1/2 block tofu (drain) 1 1/2 c 2% milk Fruit(fresh fruit) I like apples/blueberry/strawberry (one at a time) you don't want to much sugar you can add 2 splenda's extract - vanilla or your choice (1 tsp) blend till smooth good source of protein and fruit
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Any Snack suggestions that ACTUALLY want to eaten?!
I find I'm constantly trying to find snacks that kill a craving. Healthy snacks can be so dull! And even sometimes really calorific... Hummus/ guac two of my fave 'healthy' snacks are loaded in calories. HELP!!!!!
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Anti-inflammatory Recipes
One thing that we're focusing in on in the lymphedema community (on fb) is the anti-inflammatory herbs/foods/spices benefits. Do you all have any suggestions for great recipes through any of these type of anti-inflammatory foods/herbs/spices?
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Chicken Stuffed French Bread
An adaptation of this: http://life-in-the-lofthouse.com/chicken-stuffed-french-bread/ I used Greek yogurt instead of ranch dressing, but I did add part of a ranch dressing packet. I suppose any spices you like will do. Also 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard and 2 teaspoons of lemon juice. Per serving (6 servings): 400…
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Smoothie Ideas/Recipes
I like to use smoothies as a easy half dinner between getting off work and running to class for the evening (working 40-45 hours, taking 10 hours at university) and occasionally to replace lunch or breakfast. I'm having a little trouble coming up with recipes online and I'm not terribly creative myself, so I was hoping…
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chocolate mousse
Serves 2 1 ripe avocado 1 ripe banana 2t maple syrup 2t cacao 1/2t vanilla extract Pinch of salt Blend together. Enjoy. I don't know nutritional values.
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Homemade Greek yogurt
https://youtu.be/L4-3PRGZnOw
