Inside the Grocery Cart: Part 3

It’s back again for its third installment. My combinations for today are more of my healthier, organic, and natural options. These meals will definitely keep you full and give you a ton of energy to not only get through your day but have a great work out.

Liz Taylor’s Power Protein Shake, this is absolutely delicious! - 342 calories

1 cup of Unsweetened Almond Milk (absolutely amazing)

1 scoop of protein powder (I use Muscle Milk Light)

¼ Banana

2 tablespoons of Peanut/Almond Butter

*Calories can vary depending upon protein powder

Protein Packed Oatmeal: 195 calories

This is a great idea for morning or mid-afternoon when you’re really hungry. This contains the perfect blend of complex carbohydrates and protein.

1 cup of Instant Plain oatmeal

1 scoop of protein powder

Mix protein powder, water, and oatmeal and microwave as normal.

*Calories can vary depending upon protein powder

Chicken and Veggie Stir Fry- Approx. 250-350 calories (can vary)

This is my FAVORITE meal to have post work out and in the evening! It contains perfect amount of protein and vegetables to replenish your body. I sometimes cook them in Light Greek Vinaigrette dressing to cut down on calories and fat, but Olive Oil is natural and rich in good fats so I will use it. When I do use it, so I do not use over two tablespoon’s, I will add Chicken broth to help assist in cooking. The more raw vegetables to add, the better! Other ideas to add are onions, carrots, better, and a few cashews for flavoring.

1 chicken breast

2 cups of raw broccoli

½ package of mushrooms

2 tablespoons Extra Light Olive Oil

                                                                

Sweet Rush- 245 calories

I will treat myself to this once or twice a week. When I do, I use this as my last meal before my work out. A perfect blend to cut down on sweet cravings, get carbs and the energy you need for cardio, and protein. Mix your protein power with a cup of Unsweetened Almond Milk and add 35 calories.

1 scoop of protein powder (mix with water)

1 pack of “Healthy Choice” Brownie Bites

*Calories can vary depending upon protein powder

 Taco Salad – With Lean Ground Beef: 490 calories/ With Turkey: 388

This is a little higher in calories, but lean ground beef can be substituted with ground turkey, which I use a lot of the times. This is a great meal to have in the middle of the day to keep hunger satisfied.

Lettuce (as much as you want

4 oz of lean ground beef or ground turkey

¼ cup 2% Shredded Cheese

14 Boulder Tortilla Chips made with Hummus (I crunch them up and sprinkle over the top of my salad)

Veggies: onions, tomatoes, peppers, etc.

*Sometimes I will top the salad with fat free sour cream for flavor

Breakfast Sandwich: 230 calories

This is my favorite breakfast combination to make. It is packed with vitamins, protein, and complex carbohydrates.

1 whole wheat flat wrap or sandwich thins

1 slice of reduced fat provolone cheese

½ cup of fresh or frozen spinach

½ cup of egg whites

Naturally Sweet Oatmeal: 150-200 calories

Instead of buying oatmeal that is sweetened with sugar, sweeten with natural flavorful foods such as bananas, strawberries, or any type of berries. You can even cook with non-sweetened Almond milk for more natural flavor!

I cup of Instant Plain Oatmeal

½ Banana

1 cup of Unsweetened Almond Milk

(You can also add chopped strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, blackberries, etc)

For more recipes and food options check out:

Inside the Grocery Cart: Part 1 

Inside the Grocery Cart: Part 2