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By Camoy Briscoe of BlackWomenWorkout.com

You’re probably more familiar with the cheese and broccoli version but like any meal, you can simply modify it to make it healthier! Topped with a yummy black bean concoction, you won’t even miss the cheese!

Stuffed chicken breast ingredients:

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 bunch broccoli, cooked and cooled
• 1 tbsp Mrs. Dash salt free Italian seasoning
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 4 toothpicks

Stuffed chicken breast preparation:

1. Take each chicken breast and cut in half leaving a small amount attached in back as to allow room for stuffing.
2. Season chicken and then pan sear with garlic each side just until the chicken is no longer pink.
3. Now stuff the broccoli into chicken until it’s full and fasten with toothpicks along edges. P
4. lace in a baking pan and cook in a 350° oven for 20 to 25 minutes.

St. Patrick’s Day is coming and all we will see and hear about are Shamrock Shakes.

All I’m going to say is that a one of those is a whopping 680 calories.

I know it’s delicious, but maybe just this year you should swap that for a Kiwi & Pear Protein Shake instead.

Ingredients:

• 1 whole Kiwi
• 1/2 chopped pear
• 1 scoop vanilla Live Rite protein powder
• 6 oz skim milk
• 4 crushed ice cubes

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a blender and pulse until smooth.

By Camoy Briscoe of BlackWomenWorkout.com

Eating clean isn’t easy. You get bored with the same meals over and over again.  Because of this you have to try new recipes and expand your cooking skills! Try this amazing, and only 200 calories,  meal for size! Trust me, you’ll love it!

Stuffed trout recipe & directions

• ½ cup kale
• 1 lemons, ½ cut into slices
• 1 tbsp rosemary
• 1 tbsp cilantro
• 1 tbsp parsley
• 1 tbsp pepper
• garlic, finely chopped

New Year… New Foods!

This year, resolve to eat differently, not just healthier.  Molecular gastronomy is the art and science of selecting, preparing, serving and enjoying food.  It changes the form of the food item without incorporating fattening extras, and adds a whimsical element to any dish.

The following 2 recipes are a twist on a Mozzarella Caprese salad.

Part 1: Here’s what you’re going to need:

• 1/2 cup Balsamic Vinegar
• 1g  Agar Agar
• 2 cups olive oil (for cold oil bath)
• a tall glass
• syringe or eye dropper
• spotted spoon

Now you can dig into your favorite pasta dish without the empty calories.

All you need is 2 zucchinis per person, a sauce of your choice, and a lean protein, I’m using turkey meatballs.

1. Wash each zucchini and peel with julienne peeler until you get down to the seeds; you only want the outer layers.

2. Microwave for thirty seconds to warm the zucchini ‘noodles’ and add the sauce and protein.

3. Enjoy!

Check out more healthy recipes from our resident foodie Ilise Reilly.

When its this chilly, our bodies instinctively crave those not-so-good-for-you foods.  Indulge your taste buds without feeling guilty with this tasty make-over of Bacon Wrapped Asparagus.

What you’re going to need:

• 3 long (& fat) carrots- the biggest you can find
• 1-2 lbs fresh asparagus (green, white or purple is fine)
• Grade A Dark Amber Maple Syrup
• Coarse salt (If you have smoked salt it works great here)
• A wide flat peeler
• 1 box toothpicks
• Aluminium Foil

Every once in a while, you need a little comfort food, whether it was a long week at work, or your child had a rough day at school.  For many, childhood favorites help bring a sense of calm, so try these faux fast-food favorites, with a healthy home-made twist.  I always start with the Veggie Fries (since they take longer) so that the meal will be ready all at once.

Try this banana split shake recipe that wont split your pants!

You’ll need:

• 1 banana
• 1 scoop vanilla Liverite Protein Powder
• 6oz skim or soy milk
• 1/2 cup ice
• 4 Maraschino cherries
• Chocolate syrup (optional)

What to do:

1. Blend all your ingredients (except for 1 cherry) together for about 30 seconds.
2. Top your shake with your remaining maraschino cherry and *optional* chocolate syrup. Enjoy!

When most people think of falafel, they picture fried and fattening.  But did you know that legumes are chock full of filling protein and packed with fiber?  This baked version is full flavor without the guilt.

Here’s what you’re going to need:

Falafel

• 1 can of chickpeas (garbanzo beansa)
• 1/3 cup diced sweet onion
• 2 Tablespoons whole wheat bread crumbs
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/3 cup chopped FRESH parsley
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 2 eggwhites, beaten

This shake requires a little prep work the night before…but trust me it’s worth it!!

Ingredients

• 1 cup cubed, frozen honeydew melon
• 1/2 cup chopped, chilled cucumber
• 1 scoop vanilla Liverite protein. Powder
• 6oz water
• 1 tsp chopped fresh mint (optional)

Directions

1. The night before you plan to have your shake, cube 1 cup of honeydew per shake you want to make.

2. Using a tuperware container, freeze the honeydew cubes.

3. Now you’re ready to make your shake!  Add all ingredients in a blender, and pulse (blend on 10 second increments) until desired consistency is achieved (I did mine for 1 minute).

4. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Stay tuned for my falafel recipe later today!