Power Down: Post-Workout Snacks

You just finished a tough workout and you need to reenergize. Your post-workout snack should be high in carbohydrates and protein to refuel and repair your muscles while still being low in fat and, above all, delicious. A snack that will help muscles rebuild and tastes great? Absolutely! No matter what you are in the mood for these post workout snacks have everything your body needs and the flavor to back it up!

The Black Bean Supreme is for you early birds and made up of scrambled eggs topped with black beans, salsa, avocado, and a sprinkling of queso blanco. Protein from the eggs, fiber, and carbs from the black beans and healthy fats from the avocado makes this snack a winner.  For a snack that is more like a small meal try Chicken Hash, a mix of roasted chicken, butternut squash and sweet potato sprinkled with cayenne and ancho chile powder. Packing just as much of a protein punch is the vegetarian Lemon Garbanzo Quinoa Salad. Chickpeas and quinoa provide fiber and protein without the meat, while red onion, cucumber and a sprinkling of cheese add the perfect balance of flavor.

Need a quick boost? Grab a handful of Warrior Nut Mix. Roasted almonds, walnuts and cashews provide protein, omega-3s, zinc and antioxidants. Cinnamon adds vitamin K, C, fiber and calcium while dried cranberries and golden raisins add sweetness making this nut mix crunchy, full of flavor and good for you too. And finally, if you’re looking for something with less prep, try the Power Parfait made with protein packed greek yogurt, antioxidant rich blueberries and agave for a touch of sweetness.

Black Bean Supreme 

• 3 egg whites
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup black beans, cooked
• 2 tablespoons salsa
• 1 slice avocado
• 1 ounce queso blanco, crumbled
• salt and pepper, to taste

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Chicken Hash

• 1/2 cup butternut squash, cubed
• 1/2 cup sweet potato, cubed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ancho chile powder
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cayenne
• 4 ounces roast chicken

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Warrior Nut Mix

• 1 cup almonds
• 1 cup walnuts
• 1 cup cashews
• 1/8 cup golden raisins
• 1/8 cup cranberries
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

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Lemon Garbanzo Quinoa Salad

• 1/2 cup garbanzo (chickpeas) beans, cooked
• 1 cup quinoa, cooked
• 2 tablespoons red onion, minced
• 2 tablespoons cucumber, small dice
• 1 tablespoon Cotija cheese, crumbled
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
• 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
• salt and pepper, to taste

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Power Parfait

• 1 cup low fat plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon agave syrup
• 1/2 cup of blueberries

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