Blueberry Peach Cake

 

     I would call this the perfect summer dessert, but in reality, it is excellent all year long.  But to be clear, Peaches are at their peak during those warm weather months, so strike while the irons are hot if possible!  Each of the 12 servings are only 173 calories, 21.8g carbs, 3.4g fiber, 18.4g net carbs, 8.7g protein and 4.5g fat.  Notice those nice fat grams, along with a wonderful little punch of protein!  This is a sugar free delight that you can feel good about feeding your family (and yourself)! 😉

Ingredients for 12 servings~

1 large Zucchini (approx 10-12oz)

3 small-medium ripe Bananas

6 extra large Eggs

5.3oz 0% Fage Greek Yogurt

3 cups Oats

Teaspoon Baking Powder

Dash Cinnamon

Dash Vanilla

4 medium ripe Peaches, chopped (approximately 1.5 pounds)

1 cup Blueberries

1 Tablespoon chopped Pecans

     Grate Zucchini into dishcloth, squeeze out all liquid, set aside.  Add Bananas to mixing bowl and mash with Beaters, incorporate Eggs and Yogurt til well incorporated.  Continue with blending in Oats, Baking Powder, Cinnamon and Vanilla, then stir in Peaches and pour into 9X13 parchment paper lined pan, top with Blueberries and Pecans.  Bake at 375 for 40 minutes.  Enjoy 😊 

Tuna Salad

     During a recent trip I had to take a few of my meals on the road.  One thing I opted for was a healthy Tuna Salad to fill in when I was eating at the rental.  This turned out perfect because it travels well, can be made in advance, and is perfect just added to mixed Greens.  Feel free to garnish with a white Balsamic, or extra Pickle Juice if you need a “Dressing”, or man up and eat it as it is.  I didn’t measure anything except the Tuna, Fat and Eggs, but you do you, and create your own masterpiece.  PS. This is also a winner to have on hand at home during the week.  Enjoy 😉 

Ingredients for 3 servings, increase ingredients for more~

3 extra large Eggs

1 Tablespoon Mayo

Dijon Mustard

Chopped Bread and Butter Pickles ( I used homemade, sub with favorite)

1 slice of chopped Red Onion

3 drained cans Tuna packed in Water

Everything Bagel Seasoning

Salt as desired

Pepper as desired

     Add Eggs to saucepan of water, bring to boil, leave pot on burner, add lid, turn off burner and set the timer for 15 minutes, remove, run under cool water, peel and chop in bowl.  To that stir in remaining ingredients in order.  Store in fridge.  I divided mine up equally in containers ready to use as desired.  Happy Travels 😊

Banana Nut Bread Cookies

     This simple little throw together is a great way to start the day, or just carry with you as things unfold from morning til night!  My Banana Nut Bread Cookies are like taking a healthy pill with each and every bite.  Each of these bite size wonders are only 33 calories, 5g carbs, .7g fiber, 4.3g net carbs, 1.1g protein and .8g fat.  So basically you can have a bowl of Oatmeal, or feel like you are cheating and opt for 10 of these instead…of course, it’s your call!!!  

Ingredients for 22 cookies~

1 extra large ripe mashed Banana

1 extra large Egg

1.5 cups Oats

1 teaspoon Baking Powder

Dash Cinnamon

Dash Vanilla

1 Tablespoon chopped Pecans

     Add Banana to mixing bowl and mash with Beaters, continue to incorporate the Eggs, then Oats, Baking Powder, Cinnamon and Vanilla.  Drop by level Tablespoon onto Silpat lined cookie sheet, and top each Cookie with chopped Pecans.  Bake at 375 for 12 minutes.

Chocolate Chip Banana Cookies

 

     If you are looking for the perfect healthy cookie, then this one is for you.  Completely sugar free, and friendly to your daily macros.  Each of the 20 cookies are only 41 calories, 4.9g carbs, .9g fiber, .1g sugar alcohol, 3.9g net carbs, 1g protein and 1.3g fat.  The only question is how many of these make up a serving…decisions decisions… 😉

Ingredients for 20 cookies~

1 extra large ripe Banana

1 Tablespoon Butter, softened to room temperature

1 extra large Eggs

1 cup Oats

Dash Cinnamon

Dash Vanilla

1/4 cup Lily’s Stevia Sweetened Dark Chocolate Chips

     Add Banana to mixing bowl, beat til smooth, continue to incorporate Butter and Eggs, followed by Oats, Cinnamon, Vanilla and Chips, drop by Tablespoon onto silpat lined cookie sheet, bake at 350 for 12 minutes.  Enjoy ☺️ 

Cherry Pecan Cake

     If you enjoy fresh Cherries, then this one is for you.  But, lucky enough, if you have no access to these seasonal favorites, then frozen will be your new best friend!  Each of these 12 servings are only 190 calories, 27g carbs, 4g fiber, 23g net carbs, 8g protein and 6g fat.  This works great as breakfast, dessert, mid morning or afternoon snack.  And how bout those sneaky little vegetables hiding in every bite, not to mention completely sugar free.😊

Ingredients for 12 servings~

1 large (about 12oz) Zucchini

2 cups fresh Cherries (sub with frozen)

3 extra large ripe mashed Bananas

5.3oz 0% Fage Greek Yogurt

6 extra large Eggs

3 cups Oats

1 teaspoon Baking Powder

Dash Vanilla 

Dash Cinnamon

1/4 cup chopped Pecans

     Grate Zucchini into dish towel, squeeze out excess liquid, set aside to rest and drain.  Meanwhile, pit Cherries, and slice in half, set aside.  Add Bananas to bowl and mash with Blender, then add in Yogurt and Eggs til well incorporated, next beat in Oats, Baking Powder, Vanilla and Cinnamon.  Lastly, add in Zucchini, followed by Cherries, reserve some to garnish on top.  Pour batter into parchment lined 9X13, top with remaining Cherries and Pecans.  Bake at 375 for 30-35 minutes.  Enjoy 😉 

Zucchini Meatloaf

   If you are looking to feed a crowd, in charge of Sunday dinner, or just wanting leftovers of Meatloaf Sandwiches, then I got you boo!  And check out these macros, each of the 12 servings are only 218 calories, 8g carbs, 1.5g fiber, 6.5g net carbs, 28g protein and 3.2g fat.  This wonderful high protein low carb recipe is sneaky healthy, and no one will know ever know about the vegetables hiding inside every bite!♥️

Ingredients for 12 servings~

1.5 pounds Zucchini

3 pounds 96% lean ground Beef

1 large chopped Onion

4 Extra Large Eggs

1 cup Oats

1 Tablespoon chopped Garlic

1/4 cup G Hughes Sugar Free Barbecue Sauce

Chopped Purple Onion for garnish if desired

Parsley for garnish if desired

Chopped Potatoes, as a side dish rubbed with Olive Oil

     Grate Zucchini into a dish towel and squeeze out the excess liquid and add to bowl, along with Beef, Onion, Eggs, Oats, and Garlic.  Mix with hands and pat out onto parchment lined sheet pan, spread with Barbecue Sauce and garnish with chopped Potatoes if desired, bake at 400 for one hour.  Garnish with Onion and Parsley if desired.  Enjoy 😉 

Chocolate Chip Snack Cake

     This is a simple throw together that hits all the high notes.  It’s literally everything wrapped up into one.  Each of these 9 pieces are only 178 calories, 30g carbs, 7g fiber, 2g sugar alcohol, 21g net carbs, 7g protein and 6g fat.  Enjoy my Chocolate Chip Snack Cake for breakfast, dessert, or even a pre or post work out.  Experience this sugar free delight without guilt!😊

Ingredients for 9 servings~

3 Extra Large ripe mashed Bananas

2 Extra Large Eggs

5.3oz container 0% Fage Greek Yogurt

2 cups Oats

1 teaspoon Baking Powder

Dash Cinnamon

Dash Vanilla

1/2 cup Lily’s Stevia Sweetened Dark Chocolate Chips

     Add Bananas to mixing bowl and beat til smooth, then incorporate Eggs and Yogurt til thoroughly blended, continue to mix in Oats, Baking Powder, Cinnamon and Vanilla.  Lastly stir in Chips, but reserve a few for on top.  Pour batter into 8X8 parchment lined pan, and top with remaining Chips, bake at 375 for 30 minutes.  Remove and Enjoy 😉 

Rice all Week

     I’m a busy person, but I love to eat, and eat well.  So, I have to calculate my time in the kitchen to go the farthest, and make every minute count!  Such is the case with my Rice all Week.  I make up 6 servings at a time, divide into containers, store in the fridge ready to grab.  These can be added to any lunch or dinner, and turn into a quick salad very easily!  Each serving is only 174 calories, 38.8g carbs, 1.3g fiber, 37.5g net carbs, 3.3g protein and zero fat.  I love throwing mine together on a Bed of Greens with an Avocado, a Protein or just Beans, and topped with a Tablespoon of Balsamic.  Such a good staple to have on hand all week!!!

Ingredients for 6 serving~

1.5 cups Rice

3 cups Water

1 large chopped Onion

1 Tablespoon Chicken Bouillon (optional, but adds flavor)

Everything Bagel Seasoning (optional, but adds flavor) 

     Combine Rice, Water, Onion, and Bouillon in sauce pan, bring to boil, reduce to simmer for 15 minutes with lid, remove, cool, divide into 6 equal containers and season with Bagel Seasoning, if desired.  Enjoy 😉 

     

My Protein Shake

 

     I like things easy, and in abundance.  So each week I make 8 days worth of shakes to keep in the fridge, I am able to pull them out in the morning, add my Greens and Fruit, and I am out the door.  Where did I come up with the magic number 8…it’s how many containers I have on hand for my Magic Bullet…duh.  Each shake is 220 calories, 16g carbs, 10.5g fiber, 5.5g net carbs, 29g protein and 5.5g fat.  Can you believe the protein and fiber packed into those calories!!!???  BTW, full disclosure, this is NOT a sweet shake!  It can be with extra fruit, but I am trying very hard to eliminate all processed sweeteners from my life and stick to single ingredient foods as much as possible.  Believe me, in time your taste buds do adjust and adapt, and even appreciate the real taste of food!!!  Just try it!

Ingredients for one serving~

Containers for as many Shakes as you are making

1 scoop unsweetened Protein Powder (I use Quest Multi Purpose Mix~minimal ingredients and a combination of Whey and Casein~slow and fast acting Protein)

2 Tablespoons Ground Flaxseed (be sure to use Ground, Whole Seeds don’t absorb in blood stream like the benefits from Ground)

2 Cups (or one giant fist full) Baby Spinach Leaves

1/3 cup frozen Raspberries (I use frozen to take the place of Ice, and feel free to increase fruit for more sweetness, or sub with favorite Berry or Fruit)

Water (about 1 cup per shake, adjust as desired)

     Using as many containers as desired, add Protein Powder, Flaxseed, and Water to each container with lid, shake to combine and store in the fridge.  The Flax Seeds with allow the Shakes to thicken as they sit.  When ready to use, unscrew lid and add Greens and Fruit, blend til smooth.  Enjoy 😉