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Quinoa & Artichoke Bake
In today’s busy world, people are always on the lookout for convenient, easy-to-prepare meals that are both healthy and delicious. A cozy and comforting baked meal that includes quinoa, artichokes, and spinach can fit the bill perfectly. While this does use a few pots and pans to prepare, you can prep some of the ingredients in advance or use store bought shortcuts to speed up the process if you desire. Quinoa is the star of this dish, and for good reason. It’s a versatile grain that’s packed with protein, fiber, and essential amino acids. It’s also low in fat and gluten-free, making it a great option for people with dietary…
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High Protein Coconut Snowballs
High Protein Coconut Snowballs are the perfect protein packed festive treat. They taste fun and indulgent and can be made to comfortably fit in with your daily macro targets. The secret to these protein coconut snowballs is the vegan protein powder, providing unbeatable texture when compared with whey. Added whey powder often makes for an overly sticky protein ball that can harden or dry out in the fridge. These protein coconut snowballs stay a little softer for longer and can be either a festive treat or an easily transportable snack. The High Protein label can be a bit misleading and seems to be slapped on everything these days, but in…
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Superfood Sweet Potato & Kale Salad
Kale Salad is a wonderful way to celebrate this often unappreciated vegetable. Combining fresh ingredients and a tangy, vibrant dressing this specific Kale Salad is filling enough to satisfy a vegetarian palate and delicious enough to entice the carnivores to join in! There is added crunch from the pumpkin seeds and smoked almonds, vibrance from the orange zest and the sweet pop of currants drenched in a tart balsamic dressing. Kale gets a bad reputation for being bitter and is susceptible to overcooking. By serving it raw with a tangy citrus dressing to cut through the bitterness, the Kale in this salad really contributes to depth of flavour and nutritional…