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The smallest bag of Cheetos is 170 calories

Delicious Recipes for Your Weight Loss Journey

Ingredients
  • 1 scoop full unflavored protein powder (110 cal, 26g protein) or 1 cup egg beaters (120 cal, 24g protein)
  • 4 whole strawberries (24 cal)
  • 1/2 banana (60 cal)
  • 1/2 cup blueberries (21 cal)
  • 1 cup fresh kale (33 cal, 2.9g protein)
  • 1 tbsp walnuts (50 cal, 2g protein)
Instructions
  1. Add all ingredients to a blender.
  2. Blend on high until smooth.
  3. Pour into a glass and enjoy!

Total: 297 cal, 30.9g protein or 308 cal, 28.9g protein

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup dry oatmeal with water (150 cal, 5g protein)
  • 1 cup frozen fruit mix (70 cal)
  • 6 walnuts (80 cal, 1.8g protein)
Instructions
  1. Cook the oatmeal according to package directions.
  2. Stir in the frozen fruit mix and walnuts.
  3. Serve warm and enjoy!

Total: 300 cal, 6.8g protein

Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup Honey Bunches of Oats (120 cal, 2g protein)
  • 1 cup 2% milk (130 cal, 8g protein)
  • 1/2 banana sliced (60 cal)
Instructions
  1. Pour the cereal into a bowl.
  2. Add the sliced banana on top.
  3. Pour the milk over the cereal and enjoy!

Total: 310 cal, 10g protein

Morning Snacks for Your Weight Loss Journey

Ingredients
  • 1 slice Sara Lee 100% whole wheat bread (60 cal, 3g protein)
  • 1 tbsp honey (60 cal)
  • 1 tbsp peanut butter (95 cal, 3.5g protein)
Total Nutrition

Total: 215 cal, 6.5g protein

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese (110 cal, 11.5g protein)
  • 1 cup frozen fruit mix, defrosted (70 cal)
Total Nutrition

Total: 180 cal, 11.5g protein

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup carrots (27 cal, 0.6g protein)
  • 1/2 cup beets (40 cal, 0.5g protein)
  • 1/2 cup unshelled soy beans (75 cal, 6g protein)
  • 1/2 cup cauliflower, chopped (31 cal, 1.1g protein)
  • 1/2 cup broccoli, chopped (27 cal, 2g protein)
Total Nutrition

Total: 200 cal, 10.2g protein

Delicious Recipes for Your Afternoon Snacks

Ingredients
  • 1 Clif Bar (240-250 cal, 9-10g protein)
Instructions
  1. Open the Clif Bar package.
  2. Enjoy as a convenient snack!

Total: 240-250 cal, 9-10g protein

Ingredients
  • 1 scoop unflavored protein powder (110 cal, 26g protein)
  • 1 cup frozen fruit mix (70 cal)
  • 1/2 cup almond milk (15 cal, 0.5g protein)
Instructions
  1. Add protein powder, frozen fruit mix, and almond milk to a blender.
  2. Blend until smooth.
  3. Pour into a glass and enjoy!

Total: 195 cal, 26.5g protein

Ingredients
  • 4 tbsp hummus (100 cal, 2g protein)
  • 1/2 cup shelled soy beans (70 cal, 9g protein)
Instructions
  1. Measure the hummus and place it in a bowl.
  2. Serve with shelled soy beans as a dip.
  3. Enjoy this nutritious snack!

Total: 170 cal, 11g protein

Delicious Dinner Recipes for Your Weight Loss Journey

Ingredients
  • 4oz chicken breast, weighed before cooking (120 cal, 25g protein)
  • 1/2 cup brown rice, steamed (100 cal, 2g protein)
  • 1/2 cup broccoli, steamed and chopped (27 cal, 2g protein)
  • 1/2 cup carrots, sliced and steamed (27 cal, 0.6g protein)
  • 1 tsp of melted butter (35 cal) to cook the chicken in
Instructions
  1. Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the melted butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Cook the chicken breast until fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side.
  4. Steam the brown rice, broccoli, and carrots until tender.
  5. Combine all ingredients on a plate and enjoy!

Total: 309 cal, 29.6g protein

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup broccoli (27 cal, 2g protein)
  • 1/2 cup carrots, sliced (27 cal, 0.6g protein)
  • 1/2 cup cauliflower (12 cal, 1g protein)
  • 1/2 cup sugar snap peas (13 cal, 0.88g protein)
  • 2 oz tofu (154 cal, 9.8g protein)
Instructions
  1. Press and drain the tofu to remove excess moisture.
  2. Cut the tofu into cubes and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the tofu.
  4. Cook the tofu until golden brown on all sides, then remove from the skillet.
  5. In the same skillet, add the broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, and sugar snap peas.
  6. Stir-fry the vegetables until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
  7. Return the tofu to the skillet and toss to combine.
  8. Serve hot over brown rice or quinoa if desired.

Total: 233 cal, 14.28g protein

Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup cubed avocado (60 cal, 0.8g protein)
  • 2 cups spring mix (20 cal, 1g protein)
  • 1/2 cup soy beans, unshelled (75 cal, 6g protein)
  • 1 mandarin, sliced (40 cal, 1g protein)
  • 1 hard boiled egg, sliced (70 cal, 6g protein)
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinaigrette (30 cal)
Instructions
  1. In a large salad bowl, combine the spring mix, soy beans, and sliced mandarin.
  2. Add the cubed avocado and hard boiled egg on top.
  3. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and toss gently to combine.
  4. Serve immediately for a fresh and nutritious meal.

Total: 295 cal, 14.8g protein

Ingredients
  • 4 large poblano peppers (80 cal, 3g protein)
  • 1 cup black beans, cooked (227 cal, 15g protein)
  • 1/2 cup brown rice, cooked (108 cal, 2g protein)
  • 1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese (110 cal, 7g protein)
  • 1 tbsp chipotle sauce (30 cal)
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut the poblano peppers in half lengthwise and remove seeds.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked black beans, brown rice, and grated cheddar cheese.
  4. Stuff each poblano pepper with the bean and rice mixture.
  5. Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and drizzle with chipotle sauce.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted.

Total: 555 cal, 27g protein

Essential Shopping List for Your Weight Loss Journey

Stock your kitchen with these healthy staples! While these foods are nutritious, don’t forget to count their calories!

  • 100% Whole Wheat Bread – 70 to 100 calories per slice
  • Oatmeal (Dry) – 150 calories per 1/2 cup
  • Honey Bunches of Oats – 220 calories per serving
  • Granola – 226 calories per 1/2 cup (varies by type)
  • Brown Rice or Quinoa – 220 calories per 1 cup
  • Whole Wheat Tortillas/Wraps – 92 calories per tortilla
  • Sweet Potatoes – 114 calories per potato

  • Turkey Breast or Sliced Deli Turkey – 22 calories per slice
  • Chicken Breast – 231 calories per breast
  • 95% Lean Ground Beef – 155 calories per serving
  • Salmon – 234 calories per 4 oz
  • Tuna – 157 calories per serving

  • Tofu – 188 calories per 1 cup
  • Tempeh – 320 calories per 1 cup
  • Veggie Burger Patties – 124 calories per patty
  • Black Bean Burger Patties – 115 calories per patty
  • Frozen Edamame – 190 calories per 1 cup
  • Black Beans – 114 calories per 1/2 cup
  • Chickpeas – 143 calories per 1/2 cup
  • Kidney Beans – 109 calories per 1/2 cup
  • Pinto Beans – 103 calories per 1/2 cup

  • Berries (seasonal) – 49 to 85 calories per 1 cup
  • Apples – 95 calories per medium apple
  • Oranges – 45 calories per small orange
  • Salad Mix – 19 calories per 2 cups (varies with type)
  • Assorted Veggies (broccoli, carrots, cauliflower) – 27 to 45 calories per 1 cup
  • Onions – 44 calories per onion
  • Cucumbers – 47 calories per cucumber
  • Tomatoes – 22 calories per tomato
  • Avocado – 322 calories per avocado
  • Lemons/Limes – 17 to 20 calories each

  • Fat-Free Milk – 86 calories per 1 cup
  • Greek Yogurt – 100 calories per serving
  • Eggs – 78 calories per egg
  • Low Fat Cheeses – 60 to 109 calories per slice

  • Frozen Vegetables – 110 calories per 1 cup
  • Frozen Fruit – 70 calories per 1 cup
  • Low-Calorie Meals – 290 calories per serving (varies by brand)

  • Salt – 0 calories per 1 tsp
  • Pepper – 7 calories per 1 tbsp
  • Garlic – 4 calories per clove
  • Fresh Herbs – 1 to 2 calories per tbsp
  • Lemon Pepper Seasoning – 5 calories per tsp