2018 Week 38 Menu

2018 Week 38 – The menu for the coming week! @MyTrainerMelissa @FoothillsWellnessCenter Monday Breakfast – Breakfast sandwiches (make ahead on Sunday afternoon) Snack – Bliss protein balls (make ahead on Sunday afternoon) Lunch – Southwest Mason Jar Salad (make ahead on Sunday) Dinner – Crockpot Carne Asada Nachos Tuesday Breakfast – Breakfast sandwiches (make ahead…

2018 Week 37 Menu

2018 Week 37 – The menu for the coming week! @MyTrainerMelissa @FoothillsWellnessCenter Monday Breakfast – Breakfast pizzas (make ahead on Sunday afternoon) Snack – Cinnamon vanilla protein balls (make ahead on Sunday afternoon) Lunch – Quinoa Mason Jar Salad (make ahead on Sunday) 
 Dinner – Leftovers from the previous week   Tuesday Breakfast –…

2018 Week 36 Garlic Bread

Ingredients 1 TBSP of coconut flour 1 TBSP of almond flour 1/2 tsp No Whey (pea protein powder)  1/2 tsp Baking powder 1 Egg 1 TBSP Extra virgin olive oil Seasonings, as desired – I add 1 TBSP parmesan cheese and 1/2 tsp minced garlic   Instructions  Using a microwave-safe mug and a fork, mix together your…

2018 Week 36 Blackened Chicken Alfredo with Keto garlic bread

Ingredients For the chicken  3 Chicken Breast, sliced through the middle to make 6 thin cutlets 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted 1.5 Tbsp ZATARAIN’s Blackened Seasoning For the alfredo sauce and past  1 shallot, minced 6 Tbsp unsalted butter 1 cup greek yogurt  1 cup grated pecorino romano cheese 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper…

2018 Week 36 Grilled Steak Fajita Skewers

Ingredients  Fajitas marinade, I use this brand 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into cubes  1 bunch scallions, cut into thirds 1 pack tortillas, torn into large pieces 3  large bell peppers, cut into large pieces 8 skewers, soaked in water for 20 minutes Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Instructions  Marinate steak a minimum of 30 minutes…

2018 Week 36 Chili rubbed Chicken with Asparagus

Ingredients 2 pounds asparagus, tough ends trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces 2 tablespoons chili powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic, powder 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast  2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons lemon juice Directions Bring 1 inch of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Put asparagus in a steamer…

2018 Week 36 Grilled Chicken and Squash

Ingredients  1 lemon 1 tbsp. olive oil 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. coarsely ground black pepper 4 medium chicken thighs 4 medium yellow summer squash 1/4 c. fresh chives Grilled lemon slices Instructions  From lemon, grate 1 tablespoon peel and squeeze 3 tablespoons juice. In medium bowl, whisk together lemon peel and juice, oil, salt, and pepper; transfer 2 tablespoons to cup. Add chicken…

2018 Week 36 Grilled Turkey Burgers

Ingredients 1 lb. lean ground turkey 1/3 cup chopped red onion 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 cup chopped parsley salt & pepper Instructions  In a medium bowl mix together all slider ingredients until combined. Form into patties and grill until cooked through.  Enjoy with your favorite toppings. 

2018 Week 36 Waffled Pizza Dippers

INGREDIENTS 1 3/4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves 2 (8 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dinner rolls – I use this brand  1 scoop No Whey (pea protein powder)  1 (14 ounce) jars pizza sauce 32 small pepperoni slices DIRECTIONS Heat waffle…

2018 Week 36 Simple Mason Jar Salad

Ingredients For the Honey Mustard Dressing: 1/4 cup plain greek yogurt 1/2 cup yellow mustard 1/2 cup raw honey 1 1/2 tbsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice For The Salad: 4 boneless skinless grilled chicken breasts 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper ⅛ tsp. garlic powder 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 lb. grape…

2018 Week 36 Vanilla Plum Protein Balls

Ingredients 1/2 cup dates (6-8 dates) 1/2 cup prunes or diced prunes 1/2 cup raw almonds 1 scoop No Whey (pea protein powder)  2 tsp vanilla ⅛ tsp salt Instructions 1. Combine all ingredients in a food processor and puree until combined and sticking together. 2. If the mixture seems a bit too dry, add water…

2018 Week 36 Sausage and Goat Cheese Egg Bake

Ingredients  1 pound chicken or turkey sausage  1 large onion, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped 8 large eggs 1/3 cup greek yogurt  1 1/2 teaspoons salt Freshly ground black pepper 3-4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Instructions  Heat the oven to 350°F. In a cast…