Recipe of the Week – Lemon Blueberry Protein Bars

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Try these delicious Lemon Blueberry Protein Bars for a healthy, on the go snack.

Ingredients

  • 1 c. oat flour
  • ½ c. vanilla protein powder
  • ¼ tsp. salt
  • ½ tsp. baking soda
  • 3 packets single-serving Crystal Light lemonade
  • zest of 1 lemon or 1 tsp. lemon extract
  • 4 egg whites
  • ¼ c. granulated sugar or ½ c. Xylitol (for low-sugar option)
  • 1 c. unsweetened applesauce
  • ½ c. unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 pint fresh blueberries

 

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together oat flour, protein powder, salt, baking soda, and Crystal Light.
  2. In another large bowl, whisk together lemon zest, egg whites, sugar, applesauce, and almond milk.
  3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, and stir until just combined.
  4. Fold in the blueberries.
  5. Pour batter into a greased 8-inch square pan.
  6. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool completely. Cut into bars.
  8. Store in the refrigerator!

*Recipe Source: http://thegoldlininggirl.com/2017/05/lemon-blueberry-protein-bars/

 

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Weekend Warrior Workout

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Own your weekend with this fat torching Kettlebell and Battling Rope Workout!

What You’ll Need:

  • Battling Rope
  • Kettlebell (12-24 kilos)
  • Timer

The Workout:

  • 30 Seconds Battling Rope Slams
  • 20 Kettlebell Swings
  • 10 Kettlebell Goblet Squats
  • 5 Kettlebell Clean & Presses
  • Rest 60s, Repeat for 5 Rounds

 

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Recipe of the Week – Asian Noodle Jar

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Prep this recipe in a mason and have lunch pre-made for the next day.

Ingredients:

For the salad:

  • 4 ounces soba noodles
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shelled edamame, cooked
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and shredded
  • 4 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup crunchy rice noodles

For the Spicy Peanut Dressing:

  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 4 teaspoons sambal oelek
  • 4 teaspoons rice vinegar
  • 4 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

1 tablespoon black sesame seeds

Directions:

  1. In large pot of boiling water, cook noodles according to package instructions. Rinse under cold water and drain.
  2. Meanwhile, make Spicy Peanut Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, sambal oelek, rice vinegar and soy sauce. While whisking, slowly drizzle in oil until all oil is incorporated. Stir in sesame seeds.
  3. Divide Spicy Peanut Dressing equally among 4 pint-sized mason jars. Divide soba noodles over dressing. Layer remaining ingredients, ending with rice noodles. Top with lids and refrigerate up to 5 days. To serve, pour onto plate or bowl, stir and enjoy.

Recipe Source: http://foxeslovelemons.com/asian-noodle-salad-jars/

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