This recipe turns the frittata from an egg dish with incidental vegetables into a deliciously crisp pile of veggies nicely bound by creamy eggs,” says Runner’s World contributing food writer Mark Bittman. “It’s a blast of concentrated protein and plants. Instructions : 1: Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. When the oil […]
These ultra-thin egg crepes make a perfect light breakfast. Or pair one with a simple green salad and serve for brunch or lunch. “The egg is simply a light envelope for whatever you want to put inside,” says cookbook author and runner Patricia Wells. If you don’t have spinach and mushrooms on hand, any combination
If you’re a dedicated egg white eater, it’s time to switch back to the whole egg. The yolk contains the bulk of the nutrients offered by this amazing food, including half the total protein, choline (a compound vital for healthy brain function), and lutein to protect eye health. Runner’s World contributing chef Nate Appleman eats
With plenty of sweet vanilla flavor, this hearty, whole grain French toast is destined to become one of your weekend breakfast staples. It supplies all the nutrients needed for recovery after a long run, while satisfying that well-earned appetite. Instructions : 1: In a bowl, stir together the yogurt and syrup.2:Heat a large nonstick skillet
While corn is often dismissed as a nutrient-poor food, it’s actually rich in antioxidants. To make sure the cornmeal you buy is whole grain, avoid any labeled “degeminated” and look for the words “whole corn.” Instructions : 1: Heat the corn in a medium saucepan over medium heat. When warm, stir in ½ cup of
You can’t go wrong adding this homemade topping to any number of breakfast foods, including pancakes, waffles, French toast, oatmeal, and yogurt. Since ascorbic acid (a form of vitamin C) is added to most frozen peaches, a single cup of thawed fruit provides more than double your daily need for vitamin C. This powerful antioxidant
Of all the foods that runners dream about during their weekend long runs, pancakes have to top the list. They provide plenty of carbohydrates, are fluffy yet filling, and can be personalized in a thousand delicious ways. This ultimate pancake recipe uses a mix of all-purpose flour (to make the pancakes fluffy) and whole grain
Cheesecakes look impressive and taste satisfyingly indulgent but seem daunting to make. Our mini versions couldn’t be simpler, however, and the fact that they use keto-friendly ingredients like cream cheese and eggs makes them accessible to anyone on the diet. Our goal for this dessert was to find a grain-free flour crust to support our
Other than its warm chocolatiness, the best part of a mug cake is how quickly it comes together and how easy it is to eat—the perfect treat when you crave something decadent. We started by melting butter with keto-friendly chocolate chips. We then added some cocoa powder, powdered erythritol to balance the bitterness of the
Paletas are a creamy, Mexican frozen treat often filled with chunks of fruits, textured with rice pudding, or flavored with spices. We wanted to create a keto version that was easy and satisfying. Since we couldn’t use fruit or fruit juice, we opted for richly flavored, naturally sweet coconut milk mixed with heavy cream. We
