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Avocado Protein Toast

This toast is delicious and full of healthy protein! Ingredients: 1 slide Ezekiel bread 1/2 avocado One egg salt and pepper chili flakes (optional) Directions: Toast the Ezekiel bread. Mash avocado on the toast. Fry the egg and place it on top of avocado. Season with salt and pepper. Add chili flakes for a little…

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Veggie Protein Bowl Recipe

This veggie protein bowl is delicious and nutritious. You can also vary it up. Get creative. Food art is fun and a great way to utilize leftovers! Ingredients: 1 cup of brown rice or quinoa 1/2 cup of sweet potatoes 1/2 avocado 1/2 cup of garbanzo beans or black beans 1 cup of desired greens Protein…

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Protein Must-Haves For Busy Families

Even though it's summer, most of us are still running around which makes it difficult to give our kids (and ourselves) enough protein on the go. We found some innovative items that provide protein and fuel to help make the chaos more tolerable. Vega Protein & Greens is made from real, whole food ingredients and one serving has 20 grams…

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Easy Ways to Get Protein and Nutrients as a Vegetarian—World Vegetarian Day

My twin daughters’ best friend came back from summer sleep away camp and was excited to tell me that she was a vegetarian. She knew I was a registered dietitian and she was proud of her efforts to avoid meat and wanted them to be acknowledged. Interestingly, after spending the night at our house, I…