Snack Review: Energy Bites

So your body is sore, but you tongue craves sugar. When I feel this way, my sweet tooth goes crazy. I want to eat something processed, but do I really want to ruin all my hard work? Finding a healthy, tasty snack is a challenge.

I recently expressed this challenge with my roommate and she sent me this great recipe she found off
Courtney Gibb's Instagram. She calls them Protein Peanut Butter Balls. That seems too long of title and I changed up the recipe a little. So I gave it a new name. Thus ENERGY BITES were born!

Personally, I did not think I would like them. I am not a huge fan of peanut butter or honey, but BOY! I was glad I tried them.

The best thing about this recipe is that the ingredients are easily found in your home. Honey, quick oats, chocolate chips, protein powder etc. There aren't weird spices or random things you would specifically need to go buy at the store, you know? It is SO convenient. It is SO simple. You can also add and deduct different ingredients depending on your preference.

They literally taste like cookie dough and take a maximum of twenty minutes to make. Did I mention this recipe is a NO-BAKE RECIPE?!

THEY ARE DELICIOUS.

I think the only down side to this recipe is how sticky it gets when making them. They can get a little messy and the clean-up is not the greatest experience. However, they smell amazing AND they are MUCH better for you than eating a cookie, chocolate or cake. In fact, I find these to be a great snack after doing workout because they are PACKED with protein, which help repair your muscles. Lastly, you don't have to wait for cook time. You stick them in the freezer for maybe five minutes and they are ready to be eaten. SO GOOD.

Lastly, there are a lot of deserts I would chose Energy Bites over. Really. Especially a gingerbread house.

FIVE STARS FOR ENEGRY BITES.

Click here for the recipe and video instructions.

I hope you find these to be just as delectable as I did! Let me know in the comments below your experience with Energy Bites and you different spins on them.

For other quick and simple meals click here.

Quick Easy Recipes - At Home Edition

We all have those days where you just don't have time to make a healthy looking lunch. We get up and we are just on the go, go, and go! As a result, we buy processed (yet delicious) foods that are in close proximity. Not only is that counteracting all the hardwork you have done to workout, it is also very expensive. For that reason, I created this list of ideas for SIMPLE, QUICK, AND DELICIOUS RECIPES.

These are good when you have a few minutes at home. It'll provide you with energy, nutrients, and a satisfied tummy.

Parfait

This is really simple! It is a really great way to incorporate calcium and fruits into your diet. It also a great way to satisfy a sweet tooth. Grab your favourite yogurt, some granola, and fruit.

Take those great ingredients and LAYER THEM. 

FIRST LAYER: Yogurt 

I generally use Activia's vanilla yogurt.

SECOND LAYER: Granola 

I really like Quaker's Simply Granola Cereal. I've also just used Honey Nut Cheerios, which is really tasty as well. 

THIRD LAYER: Fruit

I personally prefer berries in my parfait. Sometimes berries are not in season and are VERY expensive, so I buy frozen berries and defrost them under some warm water.

Feel free to layer as much as you would like. Three fits my needs just fine. It also such a pretty snack to eat! So colourful!

Stick a spoon in there and get crunching!

Spinach & Eggs

I personally do not care for the taste of spinach. Many say it does not taste like anything and I like to call those people liars. Anyway, eggs are a great way to mask the taste of spinach while still getting the great benefits of spinach. This is a good source of protein and iron!

I use Incredible!'s omelet recipe because it is simple and perfect! Click here to access that.

This photo belongs to Incredible! ***

Tuna melts 

Really inexpensive and extremely delicious. This is packed with protein and happiness. 

Ingredients you'll need: 

Your favourite:

- canned tuna 

- 2 English muffins (in halves and toasted) 

- sliced cheese

Garlic powder,salt, pepper - to taste

1 tablespoon of Mayonnaise
Few slices of a fresh tomato 

1.Mix tuna, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a bowl.  

2. Place toasted bread on a pan (lined with parchment paper) 

3. Evenly distribute tuna mixture on each English Muffin half..
4. Place a slice of tomato on top

5. Place a slice of cheese on top of tomato

6. Broil for 3 -4 minute (until cheese is melted)

There you have it! Three great recipes for days when you don't have too much time to pack in those nutrients. Let me know what you think in the comment box below!

Have a few more minutes to spare? While cooking, try this Full Body Workout! It takes less than 10 minutes.

Lemon Water Recipe

Lemon water has so many health benefits. Click here to explore further.

Necessary Ingredients 

1 Cup of boiling water

1/2 a lemon

Thin slice of a lemon

Instructions

1.  Boil water
2.  Pick your favourite mug while the water is boiling.
3.  Cut a lemon in half and squeeze juices into the mug
4. Poor boiling water into your favourite mug
5. Cut a thin slice of lemon and place into mug.
6. Occasionally, I’ll put a cube of ice in there to cool it down faster.

DRINK UP! It’s good for you!