It doesn’t matter what your goals are, we can all benefit from a simplified meal planning process to save money, prevent food waste, decrease stress, and keep ourselves healthy. These easy and cheap meal ideas will help you cook with items that you already have on hand. Easy and Affordable Recipe Ideas Most of these …
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Easy to whip up for dinner or meal prep to make multiple high protein buffalo ground chicken skillet bowls for the week. I’ve lost 54 lbs and kept it off for 5 years eating recipes like this one! High Protein Ground Chicken You can still eat foods you love while trying to lose or maintain …
These protein waffles are packed with 24 grams of protein and low carb without any added powers. Make these waffles in bulk and freeze then reheat in the toaster for a balanced breakfast. Why I Stopped Using Protein Powder I used to add protein powder to everything and think I was being healthy. Instead my …
I seriously had no idea this was a thing when it came to making iced coffee. I always thought you needed a fancy machine to make iced coffee or one of those coffee carafes with a filter in it. Why didn’t someone tell me it was this easy to make iced coffee at home?! This …
These egg free breakfast muffins are so moist and delicious that you won’t even realize the eggs are missing from the recipe. The Greek yogurt and peanut butter give a little added protein boost while adding flavor and a velvety texture. Breakfast Muffin Ingredients: Try these egg free breakfast muffins with almond butter or berries …
These Frozen Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups are so good! Almost too good, so make sure not to eat them all at one time. All you need are a few ingredients that might already be in your pantry and fridge. How to Make the Frozen Treats Line a small size pan with parchment paper. I used …
These protein pizza bites are filling and only require a few ingredients. You can eat 10 of these for only 500 calories and 30 grams of protein! The calories can be decreased even further by using skim mozzarella cheese and turkey pepperoni. These are great cold in your lunch the next day or reheated in …
All you need are medjool dates pitted and halved, sunbutter or peanut butter, and dark chocolate. A silicone mini muffin tray works best so you can easily pop these out. Easy Date Bites Bake 5-7 minutes to melt chocolate and soften dates. Freeze for 30-60 minutes to firm up. Once they feel firm, pop from …
Cooking food in bulk saves a ton of time in the kitchen. Preparing a large amount of food saves time cooking and even decreases the number of dishes to wash. You just made a ton of food, now how do you store it neatly in your freezer? Think of meal prep as one really messy …
Don’t wake up looking like a snack because you ate a late night snack! I ditched this eating habit and feel better than ever. Stop feeling sorry yourself when it comes to food and recognize what needs to change. Ask Yourself This… How I Broke the Late Night Eating Habit I noticed I was eating …
I’ve lost 54lbs and kept it off for over 5 years from eating healthy but satisfying meals like these. I try to get a variety of micro and macro nutrients in every meal to make sure I am supporting my body. Healthy Lunchables This is my take on the childhood lunchable that you might of …
These Pistachio Overnight Oats are packed with 20g Protein and full of micronutrients! This easy breakfast prep will keep you full all morning and satisfy your sweet tooth. Pistachio Overnight Oats Ingredients How to Make Overnight Oats This recipe is for 1 small sized jar, so triple this recipe if you want to meal prep several …
Green tea bars are the perfect way to energize your morning! Packed with antioxidants from Matcha and fat from peanut butter to keep you full. This recipe can easily be altered by adding in different nuts, seeds, and even a little honey or maple syrup for more sweetness. Ingredients: Green Tea Bar Directions: 1. Mix …
Only 5 ingredients needed to make these high protein pancake bowls without powders. Each pancake bowl has over 30g of protein and less than 500 calories. Why No Protein Powders? Seriously, I think I gain weight every time I add protein powder into my diet and I’m super bloated. Does anyone else have this same …
This is 2 minute sausage egg & cheese sandwich is great option for a quick lunch or breakfast when you want something high protein. Make it lower carb by skipping the toast or add more nutrition with a side of fruit and sprinkle of hemp seeds over the eggs. Makes 1 Serving: Breakfast Sandwich Directions: …
Chocolate Peanut Butter Treats- only 45 calories each! Just 4 simple ingredients needed to make these chocolate PB Fit mini treats. These are a perfect little treat to keep you on track to reach your goals while satisfying your sweet tooth. Chocolate PB Fit Treats Ingredients: DIRECTIONS: 1. Mix PF fit peanut butter powder with …
This lite buffalo dip is under 300 calories and packs 30g of protein per serving! Eat with your favorite crunchy snack or in a quesadilla with a big side salad. Buffalo dip is the perfect home bar snack! Pulled Chicken in Crockpot You can use ground chicken, chicken breasts or tenderloins, or a rotisserie chicken. …
Protein yogurt bowls are my go-to breakfast prep when I want something packed with protein and nutrients. I call these power bowls because they have over 30g of protein, low carbs, and tons of micronutrients from the fruit, nuts, & seeds. Getting Used to Plain Yogurt These are a great option for Sunday meal prep …
If you have a chocolate craving, these double chocolate muffins are the answer. They have a velvety inside with a light crunchy texture on the outside. It’s the perfect combination to satisfy your sweet tooth! Trick to Good Chocolate Muffins Chocolate muffins turn out the best when they are made with chocolate chips and cocoa …
These bagel balls turned out so good and are packed with protein and lower carbs than a regular bagel. All you need is pizza flour, Greek yogurt, and your favorite everything bagel seasoning. Store them in the fridge and reheat the next morning for a quick breakfast! Bagel Ball Ingredients: Bagel Ball Recipe: 1. Preheat …
Need an afternoon pick me up? These energizing crunch coffee bites will give you a boost and satisfy your sweet tooth at the same time. Warning these are highly addicting, so I recommend storing most of them in the freezer then thawing in the fridge to avoid eating all of them in one day. I …
Craving burgers, but don’t have an outdoor grill? Well, you can cook burgers easily indoors on a griddle with less smoke than pan frying. The great thing about a griddle is that you can cook 8 burgers at one time. A griddle has a grease catcher to keep things cleaner and prevent smoke from building …
This recipe is packed with tons of flavor and pairs perfectly with any crunchy snack or veggie. Dips are a great option as a party appetizer for any occasion! Double or triple this recipe for a larger crowd and alter the spice level if you know your crowd can’t handle the heat. Make a small …
This spicy jambalaya is packed with tons of spice and flavor that your guests will be going for a second helping. Jambalaya is perfect for a week night dinner, side dish, BBQ, or even a pot luck. My husband brought this jambalaya to his work for a pot luck to share with his coworkers and …
Now you can eat pumpkin pie for breakfast without the guilt and extra calories! This protein pumpkin pie will keep you full all morning, while satisfy that sweet tooth. I make this pumpkin pie throughout the year because I love it that much! Breakfast Protein Pumpkin Pie I love pumpkin pie, but I don’t want …
This dairy free banana bread is so good that you won’t even notice that it missing a stick of butter. Swapping the butter for unsweetened apple sauce will save over 500 calories from this recipe! Most banana bread recipes call for 1/3 cup of melted butter. There are over 500 calories in 1/3 cup of …
If you are struggling to think of an easy meal for a busy weeknight, you will love this quick meat sauce recipe! You can prepare this recipe the night before then turn on the crockpot the next morning. This simple spaghetti meat sauce recipe is delicious and kid friendly! My toddlers love this meat sauce …