*Note for those of you who attend my early morning TRX classes you had the opportunity to try these this week! So glad to hear so many of you enjoyed them. I would encourage you to get creative with the flavorings and mix it up.* Cinnamon Vanilla Trail protein balls INGREDIENTS 1 cup raw almonds…
Month: February 2018
Week 9 Iced Protein Coffee
*If you attend my weekly 6am TRX classes then you got to try my iced protein coffee! I told you it was better than Starbucks.* Below please find the recipe. Vanilla Ingredients 4-6 tbsp Unsweetened Vanilla Almond or Coconut Milk ¾ cup cold coffee ½ tsp vanilla extract 1 scoop No Whey protein powder…
2018 Week 9 Menu
2018 Week 9 – The menu for the coming week! @MyTrainerMelissa @FoothillsWellnessCenter Monday Breakfast – Easy breakfast casserole (make ahead on Sunday afternoon) Snack – Easy protein bars (make ahead on Sunday afternoon) Lunch – Goddess Mason Jar salad (make ahead on Sunday) Dinner – Crockpot garlic/ginger steak Tuesday Breakfast – Easy breakfast casserole (make…
2018 Week 8 Chicken and Asparagus Stir-fry
Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 breasts) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 (2-inch) piece peeled fresh ginger, cut into thin strips 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon coconut sugar 1 tablespoon arrowroot plus 1 teaspoon 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt 1 tablespoon dry sherry 3/4 cup chicken broth 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive…
2018 Week 8 Chicken Bryan
INGREDIENTS 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts kosher salt, to taste fresh ground pepper, to taste olive oil 4 ounces goat cheese 6 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped 2 -4 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped 4 teaspoons onions, minced 4 teaspoons garlic, minced 8 tablespoons ghee, divided 1/2 cup white wine 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice DIRECTIONS 1. Brush…
2018 Week 8 Buffalo Chicken Casserole
INGREDIENTS 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets – I used frozen cauliflower rice! 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 12 oz. softened cream cheese 1/3 c. buffalo sauce – I used all natural organic sriracha! 1/4 c. ranch dressing, plus more for drizzling 1/3 c. sliced green onions, plus more for garnish 1 tbsp. garlic powder 2…
2018 Week 8 Crockpot Beef Tacos
Ingredients 1 3-pound boneless beef chuck roast 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 16-ounce jar salsa verde 1/2 white onion, thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, smashed 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro Sprouted tortillas, warmed Shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes, avocado and/or radishes, for topping Lime wedges, for serving Directions Season the…
2018 Week 8 Caprese Zoodle Mason Jar Salad
INGREDIENTS 4 large zucchini, spiralized or purchased spiralized from the grocery store. kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 c. cherry tomatoes 1 c. mozzarella balls, quartered if large 1/4 c. fresh basil leaves 2 lbs grilled chicken breast cut into cubes DRESSING 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar INSTRUCTIONS Divide all ingredients between 4…
2018 Week 8 Apple pie protein bars
Ingredients 1 1/2 cups coconut flour 1/2 cup No Whey pea protein powder 2 T coconut sugar 1 T cinnamon 1 tsp mixed spice – I use apple pie spice! 1/4 cup almond butter 1/2 cup brown rice syrup 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce 1 T unsweetened almond milk Instructions Line a large baking dish with…
2018 Week 8 Blackberry Egg bake
Ingredients 5 large eggs 1 tbsp coconut oil (melted) 3 tbsps coconut flour 1 tsp grated fresh ginger 1/4 tsp vanilla 1/3 tsp fine sea salt zest of 1/2 an orange 1 tsp fresh rosemary (chopped fine) 1/2 cup fresh blackberries Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 350 F and grease a muffin tin. 2. Place…
2018 Week 7 Herbed Chicken Marsala
Ingredients Four 4-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breast Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/3 cup brown rice flour 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil; not rehydrated), finely chopped or very thinly sliced 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary 10 ounces white button or cremini…
2018 Week 8 Menu
2018 Week 8 – The menu for the coming week! #MyTrainerMelissa @FoothillsWellnessCenter Monday Breakfast – Blackberry Egg bake (make ahead on Sunday afternoon) Snack – Apple pie protein bars (make ahead on Sunday afternoon) Lunch – Caprese zoodle Mason Jar salad (make ahead on Sunday) Dinner – Crockpot Beef Tacos Tuesday Breakfast – Blackberry Egg…