Who doesn’t love chicken nuggets…???
These are so easy to make and a staple for meal prep!
Ingredients
1 lb 98% lean ground chicken
1 tbsp mustard
2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup regular breadcrumbs
For seasoning the breadcrumbs:
1 tsp garlic powder + 1 tsp onion powder + 1 tsp paprika
Olive oil cooking spray
Instructions:
1. Add chicken, mustard, and seasonings to a large bowl and mix together until we’ll combined. Form into a chicken nugget shape and place on a large baking pan lined with parchment paper. This makes around 12 nuggets. Freeze for 20 minutes.
2. Mix together breadcrumbs and spices. Remove chicken from freezer and coat in breadcrumb mixture. Spray both sides with cooking spray and add to air fryer.
3. Air fry at 400F for 14-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
#airfryerrecipes #chickennuggets #airfryerrecipes #healthyrecipes
Chocolate peanut butter rice cakes but with a high protein twist?? Honestly I’m so late to this trend but I’m happy to be here.
Ingredients
2 rice cakes
Smooth peanut butter
1 scoop @flex_brands vanilla protein, discount code MARIANNA15
1/2 cup @fage nonfat plain greek yogurt
Dark chocolate chips
Sea salt
Instructions:
1. Mix together protein powder with Greek yogurt. Set aside then melt your chocolate in the microwave in 30 second intervals until smooth.
2. Top rice cakes with a thin layer of peanut butter, protein yogurt, then drizzle on the chocolate. Sprinkle with sea salt and freeze for 20 minutes.
#HealthySnacking #highproteindesserts #healthydesserts #proteinwaffles #ricecake #glutenfreedairyfree
PROTEIN COOKIES FOR 2
Sometimes I simply don’t want to make a whole batch of cookies! And who knew you could make them in the air fryer….
Makes 2 cookies
Macros per cookie
275 kcal
18g fat
29g carbs
20g protein
Ingredients
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla
2 tbsp brown sugar substitute (or regular brown sugar)
2 tbsp peanut butter
1 scoop @flex_brands vanilla protein powder(discount code: MARIANNA15)
2 tbsp almond flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp dark chocolate chips
2 tbsp mini marshmallows (optional, they will burn slightly so fair warning)
Instructions
1. To a large bowl add egg, vanilla, sugar, and peanut butter, whisk until smooth.
2. Add protein powder, almond flour, baking powder, and salt, fold together until you form a sticky dough. Then fold in chocolate chips and marshmallows.
3. Air fry at 350F for 8-10 minutes. This makes gooey cookies!
#proteinrecipes #chocolatechipcookies #proteincookies #healthydessertrecipes #highproteinmealprep #glutenfreerecipes
SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE
Ingredients
4 large sweet potatoes (~3 lbs)
1 egg (can omit if vegan)
2 tbsp maple syrup
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp salt
1/4-1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
For the crumble
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/4 cup whole wheat flour or oat flour
1/4 cup packed brown sugar or coconut sugar (I used swerve zero calorie brown sugar)
1/2 tsp cinnamon
Pinch of salt
3 tbsp melted light butter or coconut oil
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425F. Wash sweet potatoes and pierce them with a fork. Place them on a baking sheet and cook until very soft in the center with the flesh starting to pull away from the skin (around 40-45min)
2. While sweet potatoes cook make the crumble: to a bowl add all crumble ingredients and mix together until well combined, set aside.
3. When sweet potatoes are done cooking, let them cool, reduce oven heat to 375F, then remove the skin and add the flesh to a large bowl and mash until smooth (you can also use an electric mixer). Then add in egg, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir to combine then slowly pour in almond milk, starting with 1/4 cup, adding more if you’re mixture is too thick.
4. Transfer sweet potato mix to a casserole dish (making sure to spray the bottom with nonstick cooking spray). Evenly our crumble mixture on top and bake for 30 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
#healthyrecipes #Thanksgiving #healthyfoods #easymeals
Protein yogurt bark >>>
Ingredients
2 cups plain nonfat Greek yogurt
2 scoops @flex_brands vanilla protein powder (discount code: MARIANNA15)
1 cup chopped strawberries
2 tbsp peanut butter
1/4 cup dark chocolate + 1 tsp coconut oil
Instructions
1. In a large bowl mix together yogurt and protein powder until smooth.
2. Transfer yogurt to a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Smooth out until you form a thin, even layer.
3. Add chocolate and coconut oil to a small bowl and microwave in 30 second increments until smooth.
4. Top yogurt with chopped strawberries, peanut butter, and chocolate.
5. Freeze until yogurt is completely set, I freeze mine overnight. Then break into large pieces and enjoy! Store leftovers in the freezer.
#healthysnackideas #healthyrecipes #yogurtshakechallenge #healthydessertrecipes #proteinshake #easyrecipesideas
High protein crunch wrap!
Ingredients: makes 3 wraps
1 lb 98% lean ground chicken or beef
1/2 a taco seasoning packet
3 @missionfoodsus carb balance whole wheat tortillas (burrito size)
@primalkitchenfoods dairy free queso (2 tbsp per wrap)
@wildechips protein chips
3 tbsp nonfat Greek yogurt
1 tomato, diced
3/4 cup shredded lettuce
3 @missionfoodsus zero taco size tortillas
Instructions
1. Place a nonstick pan over medium heat and spray with nonstick cooking spray. Add the chicken and taco seasoning. Break into crumbles and cook until fully cooked through.
2. Set your burrito sized tortilla@on a flat surface and add 2 tbsp of queso to the center, layer with cooked meat, protein chips (I used 4), yogurt, tomato, and lettuce. Place the smaller tortilla on top. Then fold the corners into the center.
3. Add the wrap to a pan over medium heat and cook for 3 minutes on each side. Repeat 2 more times. You can also save the fillings and keep them in the fridge and assemble the wraps right before eating.
#tacobellqween #crunchwrap #healthyrecipes #highproteinmeals #easyrecipesideas #healthyfoods #healthylunch
AIR FRYER GREEK YOGURT BAGELS!!
These are surprisingly so easy to make and SO GOOD! Perfect to meal prep for an on the go breakfast during the week!
INGREDIENTS:
1 cup self rising flour
1 tsp salt
1 1/4 cups nonfat plain Greek yogurt
1 egg white
Everything bagel seasoning
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Add flour and salt to a large bowl and mix. Then add Greek yogurt and fold everything together with a rubber spatula, the dough will be crumbly.
2. To a flat floured surface, kneed the dough for around 2 minutes until no longer sticky (it shouldnt stick to your fingers when done).
3. Separate dough into 4 balls. Roll each ball into coils and connect at the end to form your bagels. Brush the tops with egg white then cover in everything bagel seasoning.
4. Air fry at 300 F for around 17-18 minutes or until golden (making sure not to overcrowd air fryer). Let cool for 10 minutes and store at room temp in an airtight container!
#bagels #airfryerrecipes #airfryerrecipes r #healthyrecipes #greekyogurtrecipes #healthybreakfastideas #bagels
Can’t stop making snack boxes for lunch, aka adult lunchables. Such an easy way to improve your nutrition and make healthy eating ENJOYABLE!
The Tupperware I use is linked on my stories!
Snack box essentials:
- Whole grains: crackers, breads, tortillas, pita
- Healthy fats: cheeses, hummus, nuts/nut butters
- Protein: chickpea salad (recipe two posts back), Greek yogurt, chicken, deli meat, cottage cheese
- Fruits/veggies: strawberries, apples, cucumbers, carrots, bell peppers
#snackbox #healthysnacking #healthylunchideas #snacktime #easymeals #healthyrecipes
GREEK PROTEIN PASTA SALAD JARS
Makes 4 salad jars (only 3 included in video)
Ingredients:
4 servings protein pasta (@barilla is my favorite)
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 large European cucumber, diced
1/2 a red onion, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, halved
1 cup reduced fat feta cheese
For the dressing
1/3 cup garlic hummus (I used @cedarsfoods)
1 tbsp lemon juice
Water to thin (I used around 1/4 cup but you can use more or less depending on how thick you want it)
Instructions:
1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. When done cooking, draining and rinse and let cool.
2. Chop your veggies (highly recommend a veggie chopper, I got mine on Amazon).
3. Whisk together dressing ingredients, adding water 1 tbsp at a time until you reach your desired thickness.
4. Evenly distribute ingredients amongst 4 glass jars. Starting with dressing then layering with chickpeas, onion, cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, pasta, and feta.
Store in the fridge for up to 4 days!
#pastasalad #saladrecipe #saladrecipes #ProteinCoffee #veganrecipes
PROTEIN PANCAKE BAKE
3 cups @kodiakcakes Power cakes mix
2 eggs
1 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
2 cups water
For topping: 1/2 a banana sliced, 1/2 cup chopped strawberries
Nutrition
Servings: 4
Calories per serving: 370
Fat: 5.5g
Carbs: 52g
Protein: 30g
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375 F and spray a 12x12 inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
2. To a large bowl whisk together all ingredients except for toppings until smooth.
3. Transfer mix to baking pan and add toppings.
4. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a fork runs clean. Let cool then slice into 9 squares.
5. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the the fridge for up to 4 days.
#pancakes #ProteinCoffee #highprotein #mealprepmadeeasy #mealprepideas #healthybreakfast #healthyrecipes #easyrecipeschallenge
HIGH PROTEIN CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
Okay before you judge the cottage cheese… just try it.
Ingredients
1 cup low fat cottage cheese
1 scoop @flex_brands chocolate protein powder (discount code: MARIANNA15)
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tbsp sweetener of choice, I did maple syrup
Instructions
1. Add all ingredients to a high speed blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.
2. Transfer mousse to jars then freeze for an hour to let set.
3. Serve with yogurt and berries and enjoy!
#healthydessert #healthysnacks #highproteinmealprep #cottagecheeserecipes #glutenfreerecipes #healthyrecipes
BAKED FETA PASTA with some added veggies.
Still a staple quick and easy weeknight dinner for me! Usually I’ll have this with grilled chicken and it is PERFECTION
Ingredients:
2 pints cherry tomatoes
2 red bell peppers, cut into small pieces
1/4 a yellow onion, sliced
2 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp dried basil
Pinch of salt
1 block of feta cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
Pasta of choice - typically I use protein pasta but I was all out
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400F. To a large baking dish add tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, garlic, basil, and olive oil. Toss to combine. Then place your feta in the center.
2. Bake for 30-35 minutes. While that bakes, cook your pasta according to package instructions.
3. When feta is done cooking remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes then add everything to a high speed blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
4. Add sauce to pasta and toss to evenly coat.
#bakedfetapasta #pastasalad #pastarecipes #healthyrecipeideas #easyrecipeschallenge #healthydinner
PEANUT BUTTER CRUNCH PROTEIN BITES
Ingredients:
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup sugar free maple syrup
2 scoops @flex_brands vanilla protein powder (code: MARIANNA15)
2 crushed rice cakes
1/3 cup dark chocolate chips + 2 tsp coconut oil
Instructions:
1. Add peanut butter and maple syrup to a large bowl and whisk together until smooth. Then mix in protein powder.
2. Fold in the crushed rice cakes until everything is well combined and roll dough into 8 balls.
3. Melt chocolate and coconut oil in the microwave in the in 30 second increments.
4. Dip balls in chocolate then add them to a parchment lined plate and sprinkle with sea salt. Freeze for 20 minutes and enjoy!
#healthysnacks #protein #healthydessert #healthyfood #glutenfreeoptions #veganrecipes #healthyrecipesfordinner #easyrecipeschallenge
Cottage cheese protein pancakes… okay just trust me in this one.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups low fat cottage cheese
2 eggs
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 cup self rising flour
1/4 cup @flex_brands vanilla protein powder
Topping: blueberries and maple syrup
Instructions
1. Add cottage cheese, eggs, and almond milk to a blender and blend until smooth.
2. Add flour and protein powder and blend until well combined.
3. Spray a pan with nonstick cooking spray and place over medium heat. Add pancake batter to pan and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side. Makes around 8-9 pancakes. Top with some fruit of choice and maple syrup and enjoy!
#pancakes #proteinpancakes #healthybreakfastideas #healthyrecipes #easyrecipeschallenge #proteinshake
I’m obsessed with buffalo chickpea salad.
Also… @trynowadays gets an 11/10 from me. I mixed it with a cream soda @drinkolipop and it was actually so surprisingly good!
Ingredients
2 cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 stalks celery, diced
1 small red bell pepper, diced
1/4 a red onion, diced
2 tbsp light mayonnaise
1/4 cup @franksredhot buffalo wing sauce
2 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried dill
Salt and pepper to taste
1 large European cucumber
Instructions
1. Prep all your veggies. To a large bowl add chickpeas and mash until broken down. Then add in celery, bell pepper, and onion.
2. Add mayo, buffalo sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, dill, salt and pepper. Mix until everything is well combined.
3. Cut your cucumber in half then slice each piece lengthwise so you have 4 pieces, scoop out the seeds. Add chickpea salad to the cucumber boats. Store leftovers in the fridge.
#healthyrecipes #healthylunch #easyrecipes #mealprepmadeeasy #mealprepideas #saladrecipe #glutenfreerecipes #veganrecipes
ROASTED RED PEPPER PASTA 🍝 more veggie pasta in 2024.
Sneaking veggies into pasta sauce is forever a staple for me when I’m really sick of eating vegetables!
Ingredients
1 package of protein spaghetti @barilla is my go to
3 red bell peppers , sliced
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1/2 a yellow onion, sliced
2 tsp minced garlic
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup pasta water
1/2 cup nutritional yeast or Parmesan cheese
1 tsp dried basil
Salt to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 450 F. Cut your onion and bell pepper then add them to a baking dish along with tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and salt. Toss to combine. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until tomatoes start to burst and peppers are soft.
2. While veggies bake, prepare your pasta according to package instructions, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before straining.
3. Add cooked veggies to a blender along with nutritional yeast or Parmesan cheese, pasta water, basil, and salt. Blend until smooth.
4. Add pasta back to your pot and mix in the sauce.
5. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
#pastasalad #pastarecipe #healthyrecipes #PickyEaterSolutions #healthydinner #easymeals #healthyfoods #proteinpacked
I have a thing for putting food in jars.
ALL RECIPES ON MY PAGE! What do you want to see more of???!
#mealprepideas #highproteinmealprep #mealprepping #mealprepideas #healthyrecipes
Peanut butter stuffed dates will forever be one of my favorite easy sweet snacks or post dinner treat. Because I simply will never not have a sweet tooth.
You’ll need:
Pitted medjoool dates
Creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup Dark chocolate chips + 1 tsp coconut oil
1. Grab your desired amount of dates and slice them down the center to remove the pit but don’t completely cut in half.
2. Add about a tsp of peanut butter to the center of the dates. Melt the chocolate and coconut oil in the microwave in 30 second increments until smooth.
3. Drizzle chocolate on top of dates and sprinkle with some sea salt. Store leftovers in the fridge.
#healthysnack #healthydessert #chocolatechipcookies #easyrecipeschallenge #healthyrecipes #veganrecipeshare #glutenfreerecipes
Edamame bean salad with a sweet sesame dressing!
Guys I’m obsessed with bean salads.
Ingredients
24 oz shelled edamame (I buy frozen and heat it in the microwave)
1 can corn, drained and rinsed
1 large European cucumber, diced
2 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 orange bell pepper, diced
2 green onions, diced
2 two avocados, chopped into bite sized pieces
Seaweed snacks and or rice crackers for dipping!
Dressing:
3 tbsp coconut aminos
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp maple syrup
2 tsp lime juice
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp minced garlic
Instructions:
1. Cook edamame according to package instructions and set aside to cool completely.
2. Prep all your veggies and add them to a large bowl along with edamame and corn.
3. Whisk together dressing ingredients and pour over edamame salad. Toss to combine.
4. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. If worried about avocado browning, wait and add it right before eating.
#saladbowl #saladrecipe #mealprepideas #mealprepideas #veganrecipeshare #glutenfreegoodness #healthylunch #healthyrecipes #easyrecipeideas
Been seeing this banana bark everywhere so I had to try it with a little high protein twist!
Ingredients:
4 banana, sliced into 1/2 inch pieces - you can also do strawberries if you don’t like bananas
1 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
1 scoop @flex_brands vanilla protein powder (code: MARIANNA15)
2 tbsp peanut butter
2/3 cup dark chocolate chips + 2 tsp coconut oil
Sea salt
Instructions:
1. Slice your bananas and add them to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to form a rectangle.
2. Mix together yogurt and protein powder then spread evenly over bananas. Then drizzle peanut butter on top.
3. Melt chocolate and coconut oil in the microwave in 30 second increments until smooth. Pour on top of the the bananas and yogurt and smooth out in an even layer. Top with a sprinkle of sea salt.
4. Freeze until fully set then break up into chunks. Store in the freezer.
#bananasplit #healthydessertrecipes #healthysnacks #healthyrecipes #highproteinrecipe #proteinsnacks #chocolateindulgence #peanutbutterlovers #glutenfreegoodness
