Strawberry Sorbet ~ Fruity Goodness!

I felt like something a little fruity today.... So this is what I came up with, and it was surprisingly tasty!!  Doesn't take long to prep (like 2 minutes?) just takes a while to freeze up -- so try to make this a bit ahead of time.  It is SUPER low in calories, and high in protein -- perfect snack if you ask me.  I made this with Strawberries, but you could use blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, banana (this would increase the calories a bit since they are a bit high in sugar), etc.... Mango would probably be good too!!

5 medium strawberries (I just chopped the top/stems off)

1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder

about 4oz water

Combine all ingredients in blender.  Blend until smooth. Put in freezer.  Let sit for about 30 minutes - stir up again (it is starting to freeze over on top and on the sides/bottom at this point, but mix all that in with the more liquidy parts) -- Freeze for another 30-45 minutes.  Dig in!!

113 Calories

2g Fat

9g Carbs

2g Fiber

18g Protein

48mg Sodium

Protein Infused Apple Cinnamon Muffins

 I like to keep things simple.... I'm not much of a baker, but I do like baked treats (who doesn't?!)  I also feel like if I'm going to eat a carb heavy baked treat, that it should at least be balanced out with some protein and some fiber.  So this is my solution.... 

1 package Krusteaz Fat Free Apple Cinnamon Muffin Mix
2 Scoops Vanilla Protein Powder
1 1/2 cups Water

Preheat oven to 400.  Combine muffin mix, water, & protein in bowl - mix thoroughly.  Fold in apples (contained in muffin mix package).  Spoon into muffin tin (sprayed with non-stick cooking spray) and bake 18 minutes.  This makes 16 muffins - and they are delish!! 

Here's the stats - per muffin.... 
123 Calories
0g Fat
24g Carbs
2g Fiber
5g Protein
218mg Sodium 

If you don't have time to cook breakfast, you can grab a couple of these to start your day.  They are so quick to make, and you can freeze them so they'll last a long time.  The protein doesn't affect the taste - if anything it makes them taste better.  These are also boyfriend approved!!  ;)

*Coconut Banana Protein Shake*

This is a tropical tasting shake that you will love!  It's low in calories, packed with protein, and even has a little fiber in there!  Coconut extract is a great calorie/sugar/sodium/fat free way to add coconut flavoring to anything you like.  It's pretty strong, so it only takes a tiny bit.

You'll need: 

1/3 medium sized banana

1 scoop vanilla protein powder (I used Body Fortress)

8-10 ice cubes

1 cup soy milk (I used Great Value Light Organic Soy Milk)

dash coconut extract

 Combine all ingredients in blender & blend until smooth.  Stick a straw in it and enjoy!

242 Calories

4g Fat

20g Carbs

2g Fiber

32g Protein

185mg Sodium

Banana Berry Protein Shake!

Thought I'd share another simple, yet tasty protein shake idea... I know so many people tend to either get bored with healthy eating or don't have the time to fix elaborate healthy meals, which is why I post simple ideas like this.  You can fix this in just a couple minutes and be out the door with a super tasty healthy protein shake to start your day - or this is another one that would also make a great post workout recovery shake!  Enjoy!!

1/8 cup frozen berries (blueberries/blackberries/raspberries blend)

1 scoop vanilla protein powder (I used Body Fortress)

1 1/4 cup Silk Unsweetened Almond Milk

1/2 small banana

6-8 icecubes

Combine all ingredients in blender and blend until smooth.  Drink up!!

236 Calories

5g Fat

18g Carbs

2g Fiber

28g Protein

248mg Sodium

Blackberry Fro-Yo!

Anyone remember TCBY?  I think they're still around but they're not in my area... at any rate, I used to LOVE frozen yogurt..... Of course at some point I realized maybe that's not so good for you.... It seems it's often not any better for you than icecream, but they tout that it's 'frozen yogurt' which makes it sound so much better for you!?  How so - when it's loaded with calories, sugar, & empty carbs.... Just like icecream. 

The other day I picked up Polaner Sugar Free With Fiber Seedless Blackberry Preserves.  Where has this been hiding?!  Amazingly, it's only 10 sweet calories, has a few grams of fiber, and is packed with flavor!  Comes in a few different flavors, but I thought the Blackberry would be fun. 

Last night while making my normal protein packed evening snack, I decided to try something different, and it worked out so well!! 

2/3 - 3/4 cup NonFat Vanilla Greek Yogurt (I used Chobani)

2Tbsp Polaner Sugar Free w/Fiber Seedless Blackberry Preserves

1/3 scoop Vanilla protein powder

1-2 Tbsp Water

Combine all ingredients - Freeze for 30 min to an hour -- enjoy!!

192 Calories

1g Fat

28g Carbs

6g Fiber

23g Protein

125mg Sodium