At Home Fitness: Fit. Food. Life.
If you’re a fitness junkie, protein smoothies & shakes might already be a staple in your diet. But that doesn’t mean they need to be a bland mix of powder and water. Instead, step outside the box and opt for something delicious (and chocolatey!) instead.
Protein is a staple for optimal health… but it doesn’t have to be boring! These no-bake vanilla protein bars are sweet, tasty, and healthy! They’re the perfect on-the-go snack and, even better, they’re easy to make.
It’s no secret that you’re busy — we all are! Between work, kids, fitness, and obligations, chances are you’re constantly on the move. Which is why it’s crucial to have healthy snacks on hand! Energy balls are an easy staple (along with healthy smoothies like this one) that allow you to always be on the go and make healthy food choices at the same time.
Coleslaw is one of those classic dishes that works well at any event or makes a great side dish for dinner (like this chickpea salad). However, it can become pretty calorie dense with a classic mayonnaise base. This curried coleslaw variation is a bit of a twist on the traditional version, but it’s tasty, creamy, and best of all… healthy!
Shrimp in curry sauce with rice makes for an easy-to-cook meal. Shrimp is well-loved around the world not only for being delicious and nutritious; it’s also very popular among cooks because it is so easy to prepare. It only takes about 4 to 5 minutes to cook shrimp on a stove top.
In fact, you will be surprised to learn that cooking shrimp curry isn’t that difficult as it seems. Shrimp in curry sauce with rice would only take you 15 to 20 minutes. It can be a very flavorful and satisfying lunch or dinner, even if you are in a hurry.
Tandoori Chicken is one delicious contribution to the world from India. While chicken is consumed all around the world, what makes the Indian version so special is the addition of certain spices that are found and used exclusively in India. Bright colors and charred flavor of tandoori chicken is something that you will not find in the west.
Many people ask us for gluten free recipes… All the time! Well, we are delivering thanks to Jillian Michaels. Her app offers customizable meal plans for you to follow throughout the training period regardless of dietary restrictions and dozens of gluten free goodies! Check out these two simple, delicious recipes!
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Did you know that tahini is made from ground sesame seeds? It’s a great source of essential minerals like copper, for nerve, bone, and metabolic health, and iron, for anemia prevention. This combination makes this Mediterranean salad recipe a must try! Makes 4 servings.
Halibut is a good fish to try if you find salmon too “fishy”. It contains omega-3 fatty acids and holds together well when cooked making it a favorite with seafood chefs. Give this halibut soup recipe a try as the weather turns colder! Makes 4 servings.
