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<Fl?t Page 16 ^Jortlanb (Dbaertier September 17,2014 Cafe at Miracles in The M iracles Club Bldg. 4200 NE MLK Jr. Blvd, Portland OR 97212 Healthy and Portable High-Protein Snacks (pan 1 of 3) Whether it’s fueling up before hitting the gym or taking a midday snack break to avoid the 2 p.m. lull, high- protein snacks are the tastiest way to keep on going. Protein snacks are the perfect way to fill up just enough, and give us longer-lasting energy than the usual, carb-heavy options. Here are 31 o f our favorite protein- packed snacks! Cottage-Style Fruit Top 1/2 cup cottage cheese with 1/2 cup of your favorite fruit. Not sure what fruit to pick? Try some superfoods! Bananas, mixed berries, and melon are a few Greatist favorites. Beef or Turkey Jerky Be careful to avoid sodium- and sugar-filled brands, but low-sodium, natural, or lightly-flavored options are a great source of protein. A one-ounce serving (the size of most single-serve packs) contains about 9 grams of protein! This chewy snack is also super portable and keeps fresh for months when packed properly. Real Southern Mixed Nuts or Trail Mix Mixed nuts provide an easy way to get a delicious dose of protein in a convenient, shelf-stable package. Try a mixed bunch for variety and a combo with dried fruit for some added sweetness. The best bang for your protein buck? Almonds and pistachios. They're higher in protein than their nutty peers. Cooking ” New Hours: M-F 11 am-7:30pm Serving Lunch and Dinner Pumpkin Seeds Those orange gourds aren’t just for Halloween. Pumpkin insides, scooped out to make room for spooky faces, can actually make a healthy little snack once they’re washed, dried, and nicely roasted. Just 1/2 cup of pumpkin seeds has about 14 grams of protein, making it the perfect pre-workout snack! Chunky Monkey Shake Free fries with purchase of any sandwich or burger Valid only at Cafe at Miracles; 4200 NE MLK Jr. Blvd, Portland OR 97212 It’s time to get funky, monkey! Blend 1 medium banana, 1 tablespoon of peanut butter, and 1 cup of chocolate milk with 1 cup of ice for a protein-packed pick-me-up. Hard-Boiled Eggs Inexpensive and loaded with nutrients, eggs are one of the best ways to get a healthy dose of protein. Try hard boiling and pre-peeling a dozen at the start of the week and throw one in a small Tupperware container each day for an easy on-the-go snack. (Feeling extra famished? Slice the egg and place it on a piece of whole-wheat bread.) Nut Butter Boat AUGUST WILSON’S I 1 DIRECTED BY KEVIN JONES w in ner oi i i n I ’ m 11 / i r , I t 'N Y . N I ’ l A I R 'I O ■ « > Any vehicle for nut butter is perfec tion in our book. Try loading a few celery sticks with 1 tablespoon of any nut butter (almond, cashew, walnut) topped with a few whole almonds or raisins. If you’re not a fan of celery, try scooping out the middle of an apple and filling it with your nut butter of choice. Dell Rollup Top 2 slices o f deli meat (turkey, chicken, or roast beef work great) with 1 slice of cheese and a shake of pepper. Add a slice of tomato or some lettuce for extra veggie points! Mini Bean-and-Cheese Quesadilla It might take an extra minute to prep, but combining these two high-pro tein treats is totally worth it. Fold 1/ 2 cup black beans, 1 tablespoon salsa, and 1 slice cheddar cheese in a small flour tortilla. Cook in a dry nonstick pan until the cheese is melted and tortilla is lightly browned. Then wrap it in foil and stick in a plastic baggie for easy transport. Shake It Up OPEN SEPT. 24 roRTUNDPlimUSE.ORG 5D3.488.5822 When it comes to protein shakes, the combinations are endless, and one scoop can go a long way! Our favor ites? The "Protein Creamsicle:" 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder, 1 cup orange juice, and 1 cup ice blended until sm ooth. (Thanks @JCDFitness!). And also the "Star- buffs Shake:" 1 cup iced coffee (with ice) and 1 scoop chocolate whey protein, blended.
