3 Ingredient Cookies!

I posted this recipe for the University of Oregon Rec Center blog & thought I’d share on here since it’s just so…perfect. YUM

Ingredients:

• 2 Medium Ripe Bananas
• 1 Cup of Oatmeal
• 1 Scoop of Whey or Brown Rice Protein Powder (Any flavor works!)

To make them custom or with an extra nutritional punch, add in nuts, dried fruit, chocolate or carob chips, cinnamon, pumpkin spice… you name it!

Directions:

Mash peeled bananas well so that it has no lumps.  Add in the scoop of protein powder and keep mixing. If your bananas aren’t very ripe, you may need to add in a little extra moisture ( a splash of milk or water).  Finally, add in the oats!

Coat a baking sheet with non-stick spray & use a spoon to put your cookie dough on the sheet.  Use spoon to press down on each cookie so it helps with the baking process.

Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown! If they are still a little mushy, just bake for a little bit longer.

Enjoy 🙂

Pomodoro Omelette

Inspired by an omelette I had at Scala’s restaurant in San Francisco, CA and it was amazing.  San Marzano tomatoes are from Italy and are fantastic.  If you cannot find any, any type of canned tomato will work.  Just make sure there is no added sugar or oil. 

Did I mention you get like… a ton of good for you veggies in this? 

• 4 Egg whites
• 2 Tablespoons Fresh Chopped Basil
• ¼ Cup Canned San Marzano Tomatoes
• Spinach (unlimited)
• Mushrooms (unlimited)
• Garlic
• Salt & pepper to taste

 

Saute Mushrooms in a tablespoon of water with 1tsp of chopped garlic.  Add in spinach and let sauté until spinach is slightly wilted.  Pour in egg whites and tomatoes and scramble.  Cook thoroughly top with fresh basil and a little salt and pepper to taste. 

 

To-go Parfaits

I made a few of these parfaits for the upcoming busy week for a quick grab & go snack!

Mix:

• 1 Cup nonfat greek yogurt
• 1 Tbsp. Chia seeds (optional)
• 1 packet stevia
• 1 tsp. vanilla (optional)
• Cinnamon (optional)

On bottom of Mason jar or any container you are using layer fruit, yogurt, nuts, granola, or anything else you would like! I mixed mine with bluberries, dried cranberries & a little granola 🙂

xx

Balsamic & Cranberry Brussel Sprouts

Sometimes eating clean can be very…monotonous.  Not saying I don’t love vegetables, but sometimes a salad with the same salad dressing can be so BORING.  I knew it was time to look up some recipes online and get a new veggie recipe on the table.  I found one that definitely woke up my taste buds and was so delicious 🙂 

Balsamic & Cranberry Brussel Sprouts

• 1 lb of Brussel Sprouts
• 1/2 Cup Balsamic Vinegar
• 1/4 Cup Olive Oil
• 1/4 Cup Dried Cranberries

Directions: On a baking sheet, place olive oil & brussel sprouts.  Mix them around so the brussel sprouts are lightly coated with olive oil. Season with salt & pepper. Put in oven on broil for about 15 minutes.  You will want to check them to make sure they aren’t burning!  While they are cooking in the oven, bring the balsamic vinegar to a boil on the stove.  Once brought to a boil, reduce to a simmer.  Let simmer for about 10 minutes until it reduces into a thicker sauce.  Once brussel sprouts are done, place in a serving dish and pour the balsamic reduction over.  Top with 1/4 cup of dired cranberries! 

You can get so creative with this & add goat cheese, walnuts, or any other variation in it. 

I really really really enjoyed this dish and will be making it again soon! 

I found this recipe & picture on http://thepioneerwoman.com/. Great place to find great recipes!

 

xo

Swaps for days

Firsts things first, I love food, especially dessert.  I also have the appetite of a growing teenage boy.  Unfortunately, a little salad and a little chicken is never going to satisfy, nor fill me up.  This has led me to find a lot of healthy foods that will actually fill me up & satisfy.  I find that this is crucial and helps me actually eat healthy. If I’m eating healthy food that actually tastes good, why would I eat crap that makes me feel bad?  Right? 

So, it’s all about finding healthy alternatives that are both yummy & good for you!  As I’m writing this, I’m finishing off a brownie banana sundae….and for dinner I had “spaghetti”.  Let me explain:

The brownie sundae is:

• 1/2 Cup Artic Zero Vanilla Maple (37 calories)
• 1/2 Cup Artic Zero Chocolate (37 calories)
• 1 Protein Brownie (50 Calories)
• 1/4 Banana (30 Calories)
• Total: 160 calories & 15 grams of protein (from whey..so great for bedtime!)

Another Swap I am currently crazy about is using Kelp Noodles in place of pasta.  Seriously… a dream come true.  I had 3 cups of Kelp “pasta” for 20 calories… twenty calories?? ..insane.  I was able to top this with 4 oz. chicken breast, 1 cup of Canned San Marzano tomatoes (the best) seasoned with dried basil, oregano, a little olive oil & grated Manchego cheese.  This was soo delicious, satisfying, healthy & filling!

I clearly didn’t deprive myself of a delcious dinner & dessert tonight.  It’s all about finding alternatives that work for you!  I am lucky to live in a place that is rather “healthy” and was able to find my Artic Zone ice-cream, Kelp Noodles, and San Marzano tomatoes at Market of Choice.   

To satisfy your italian craving or brownie sundae, here are links to my favorite products 🙂

Jamie Eason’s Protein Brownie Recipe: 

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/video-jamie-eason-chocolate-protein-bars.htm

Artic Zero Icecream:

http://www.myarcticzero.com/

Kelp Noodles:

http://www.kelpnoodles.com/

 

What are some of your favorite swaps?

xo