But first I wanted to share some exciting news with y'all...Yesterday I ran my very first long run of the season! I clocked 9.4 miles at an 8:02 min/mile pace :) Ahhh, fall running is almost here!
Today the legs were feeling like bricks so I did a slow 1-mile jog to the gym, STRETCHED a TON, then did a total body lifting routine. Legs are feeling MUCH better!
OK, onto the goods....
The first item is Trader Joe's Spicy Peanut Vinaigrette:
With it's pretty stellar nutrition stats:
My frequent usage is topped over spiralized zucchini, tofu, and veggie salad (recipe here):
Today however, we were low on veggies so I topped it over diced (medium) tofu, cherry tomatoes, cukes, and baby carrots, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, and a whole grain wrap.
The second item I must share, a protein-packed Chocolate Cake (recipe adapted from Julie's):
I recently made oven-baked protein cakes, but every now and then I CRAVE CHOCOLATE - and I want it fast. Alas, a microwaveable version!
1. In a bowl, mix:
- 1 scoop Chocolate protein powder (I use SunWarrior)
- 1 tbsp nut of your choice (optional; I used crushed pecans this time)
- 1 egg white
- 1 tbsp FF Greek Yogurt
- pinch backing powder
- 1 serving stevia
- dash sea salt
- 1 tsp PB Flour (optional)
- 1 or 1.5 tbsp H20 (to moisten)
2. Spray a mug with cooking spray and microwave for 50-60 seconds
3. Drizzle with almond butter, PB, organic chocolate syrup, etc. + garnish with a few nuts
Savor :)
Happy Hump Day y'all!!!!!
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