7 Perfect Post-Workout Recipes

Have you just exercised, or perhaps shovelled the front steps and now wish to replenish your energy? Zero in on dishes that are light, vitamin rich and complete. Here are seven recipes to make after a strenuous workout and that’ll help you to regain strength.

1- Peach-Raspberry Powerhouse

You can choose any kind of fruit in a smoothie and still get delicious results. This one, with peaches and raspberries, vanilla yogurt, milk and honey, is a quick source of energy, easy to make, and you can take it with you on the go.

2- Chicken and Green Vegetable Salad with Honey and Shallot

Chicken is a filling and versatile protein. Add it to a salad with broccolini, asparagus and toasted pistachios, served with a honey and shallot dressing. It makes for a light and flavourful meal.

3- Roasted Chickpea and Feta Wraps

Combine chickpeas with sour cream, mint and lemon for a tasty and nutritious meal wrapped in a tortilla. Just roll it up and secure the filling well, and take a satisfying bite after you’ve worked up some energy.

4- Cantaloupe Yogurt Berry Bowl

This recipe is ideal after a workout. The cantaloupe, which is cut in half, acts as a bowl which is then filled with vanilla yogurt, berries, chopped almonds and honey. Only a few bites of this snack are sure to perk you up!

5- Chicken & Basil Pasta

Among the best allies to replenish your energy after a thorough workout session is pasta. This recipe with short pasta is loaded with veggies in a creamy oregano sauce. It’s a colourful clear-out-the-fridge dish that’s ready in a flash.

6- Crispy Salmon, Avocado & Coriander Cabbage Bowl

This dish will satiate your famished belly after a workout. Over rice, add colourful toppings like green and red cabbage, carrots, pineapple, as well as crispy bites of salmon. Drizzle with mayonnaise and dressing for a meal that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.

7- Mediterranean Frittata

Among the healthy and light dishes to prepare after a workout are eggs. Enjoy them in this frittata made with potatoes, spinach, cheddar and tomatoes, for a dish that’s sure to satisfy.