Here are some super cute and healthy Halloween treats to make with the kids. PLUS some low-carb Halloween ideas that will help you stay on track too! Be sure to make these early in the day so you and the kids can fill up on healthy treats before trick-or-treating. Healthy Halloween Treats for the Kids Your kids will love these healthy Halloween treats made from apples, … [Read more...]
Creative Food Ideas
Seasoned Delights! Almonds, Sunflower Seeds, or Pumpkin Seeds
Shake up your taste buds with this easy snack that’s perfect for when you're on the go! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 bag of Roasted Almonds, Sunflower Seed Kernels, or Pumpkin Seeds Additional Ingredients: Select one of the flavors below... Salt and Pepper ¼ tsp pepper, adjust to taste ⅛ tsp salt, adjust to taste Italian ⅛ cup finely grated Parmesan ½ tsp Italian … [Read more...]
Broccoli Cheese Bake
A simple take on the traditional casserole, this dish is the perfect dinner for a chilly day. Thanks to Cynthia E. for submitting this hearty and delicious recipe! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Bag of Fajita Chicken for Salads 1 bag of Broccoli 1 Colby Jack Cheese Stick, shreded Sweet Garlic Butter Sauce, to taste Additional Ingredients: 1/4 tsp. Garlic … [Read more...]
Chipotle Chicken Lettuce Wrap
A chipotle blend of chicken and crisp veggies give this easy recipe distinct flavor. Serve with sliced avocado, a squeeze from a fresh lime, and drizzle on some ranch dressing to round out the experience. Don't forget to stay stocked up on all your Personal Trainer Food favorites so you can make delicious meals in minutes. Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Sous Vide … [Read more...]
Low Carb Stuffed Jalapeño Popper
Fire up your taste buds with these zesty fat-burning poppers! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Breaded Chicken Entree of your choice 1 Colby Jack Cheese Stick 1 Mozzarella String Cheese Stick Additional Ingredients: 3-4 Jalapenos (pickled) Bacon Bits Ranch Instructions: Microwave your breaded chicken entree. Once heated, slice or shred into small pieces and place in a … [Read more...]
Steamy Zucchini
Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 2 Bags of Green Zucchini Additional Ingredients: 1 Celery stalk, chopped 1-2 Green onions, finely chopped 1 Small can sliced mushrooms 1-2 oz shredded cheddar cheese Instructions: Combine zucchini, celery, green onion, and mushrooms in a microwave-safe bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Heat in microwave on high until veggies are … [Read more...]
Zesty Tender Nachos
Say yes to big flavor with our spin on Nachos! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Zesty Tenders Additional Ingredients (add to taste): Cheddar cheese Bacon bits Green onions Jalapeno slices (optional) Instructions: Heat Zesty Tenders in the microwave. Once heated, remove from bag and place on a plate. Sprinkle cheese, bacon bits, green onions, and jalapeno slices over … [Read more...]
Chicken Pepperoni Pizza
What's for dinner tonight? How about PIZZA? Yes! Here's how to make it... Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Mozzarella Cheese Stick Choose any of the following... Breaded Chicken Patty Spicy Breaded Chicken Breast Sous Vide Chicken Breast Additional Ingredients: 1 - 2 tablespoons of tomato sauce Basil or oregano to taste Optional: additional meat items such as … [Read more...]
Protein-Packed Good Morning Egg Muffins
Serve up these easy to prepare protein-packed Egg Muffins for breakfast, appetizers, or snacks— your family will love these delicious and portable meals. Protein Egg Muffin Ingredients: 1 dozen eggs, whisked 12 ounces cooked bacon or ham, diced 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded 1/2 cup diced red peppers Dried basil and oregano, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste 1 cup … [Read more...]
Celebrate and Toast Summer Fun!
Raise a glass to toast with your guests and enjoy mocktails with all the taste of regular alcohol but with lower calories. If you enjoy alcoholic beverages, this is just the blog for you. Low sugar, without giving up on life’s little celebration pleasures. One of the new growing trends in adult beverages is Zero-ABV and Low-ABV products. Alcohol by volume (ABV) has a lower … [Read more...]
Grilled Chicken Stuffed Italiano
Bring robust Italian flavor to your table with heavenly stuffed chicken. Personal Trainer Food Ingredients (choose any of the following): 1 Grilled Chicken Breast or Sous Vide Chicken Breast 1 Mozzarella String Cheese Stick Additional Ingredients: Baby spinach leaves 3-4 small roasted red peppers 2 tbsp Italian dressing Salt and pepper to taste Instructions: Heat … [Read more...]
3 Cheese Portobello Mushrooms
Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Mozzarella Cheese Stick 1 Colby Jack Cheese Stick Additional Ingredients: 1-2 Portobello mushrooms Parmesan cheese Spices of your choice 1 Zip-Lock steamer bag Instructions: Scrape out the gills from the inside of the mushrooms. Scoop 1-2 spoonfuls of tomato sauce into the mushrooms. Slice or shred Mozzarella, Colby Jack, and … [Read more...]
Spicy Buffalo Ranch Salad
Kick your salad up a notch with a fiery buffalo zing! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 bag of Buffalo Ranch Chicken Sticks Additional Ingredients: 1 large handful mixed greens 1 bell pepper, chopped ½ jalapeno, diced 2 tbsp ranch dressing Instructions: Heat Buffalo Ranch Chicken Sticks in the microwave. Once heated, remove from bag and slice into small rounds. … [Read more...]
Apple Salad
This light, refreshing salad is the perfect dish to bring to a social gathering. Your family and friends will love the sweet touch of fresh apples. Don’t forget to stay stocked up on all your Personal Trainer Food favorites so you can make delicious meals in minutes. Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Grilled Chicken Breast 1 Ounce of Almonds, chopped Additional … [Read more...]
Avocado Chicken Salad
Liven up a warm, summer evening with this cool salad! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: Chicken breast of your choice Additional Ingredients: 1 avocado, cut into small cubes 2 tbsp mayonnaise 1 tbsp lime juice 2 tbsp minced fresh cilantro 2 tbsp minced red onion ½ tsp garlic powder Instructions: Heat your selected chicken breast in the microwave, then remove from … [Read more...]
Juicy Swiss and Ranch Burger with Mushrooms
John in Idaho sent us this great idea for an Angus Burger patty topped with a mouth-watering blend of Swiss cheese, mushrooms, and savory Ranch dressing. Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Angus Burger Patty Additional Ingredients: Canned Mushrooms Shredded Swiss Cheese Ranch Dressing Instructions: Heat up the burger patty in the microwave. Add some mushrooms and … [Read more...]
Low Carb Cocktail Recipes: Sugar Free Drinks & Mocktails
Here's a great collection of sugar-free low carb cocktail recipes that will keep your party going! How to Use These Low Carb Cocktail Recipes With these recipes, you can make several fun sugar-free virgin mocktails. But you can jazz them up further to make low carb cocktails with alcohol, too. If you do intend to go for alcoholic drinks, here's a handy list of low carb … [Read more...]
Egg Patty Pizzas
Personal Trainer Food eggs always pair nicely with fresh basil and mouth-watering pepperoni. Lose weight by eating these insanely delicious pizzas for breakfast or lunch! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1-2 Egg patties 1 Mozzarella Cheese Stick, pulled apart Additional Ingredients: 2-3 tbsp pizza sauce Pepperoni slices to cover egg patties (about 3-5 per patty) 1 Fresh … [Read more...]
Chicken Fajita Salad
This flavorful and filling salad is loaded with veggies and chicken. Top it with your favorite dressing or a little salsa for an easy dinner! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Bag of Fajita Chicken for Salads Additional Ingredients: Lettuce Red Peppers Onions Small Avocado Instructions: Place lettuce on a plate and set aside. Heat your Fajita Chicken for Salads for … [Read more...]
Fajita Steak Salad
Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 bag of Prime Rib Fajita Steak Strips Additional Ingredients: 1/2 Head romaine lettuce, chopped 1 Large head Belgian endive, chopped 1/2 Red onion, thinly sliced 1 Red or green bell pepper, sliced 3 Cups baby arugula 12 Cherry tomatoes, halved 4 oz Gorgonzola Salt to taste Red Wine Vinaigrette: 1/2 c Red wine vinegar 3 tbsp Lemon juice 2 … [Read more...]
Kickstart Your Weight Loss with 7 Fat-Burning Activities
Let’s get even more serious about losing pounds and inches with different movements for fat burning. Your weight loss plan has 3 components Eating RightMoving for 20 minutes or 2,000 stepsAvoiding the wrong foods Eating Right! Your Personal Trainer Food meal plan is the perfect way to make sure you eat right and keep meal prep simple. AMP UP Your … [Read more...]
Chicken Cordon Blue
This variation of chicken cordon blue will make your mouth water! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Bag Sous Vide Chicken Breast Additional Ingredients: Sliced Swiss Cheese Prosciutto Instructions: Microwave the Sous Vide Chicken Breast until it is heated through. Remove the chicken breast from the steamer bag, place it on a plate and top with layers of prosciutto … [Read more...]
Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad
You'll love the blend of smoky bacon bits with our Fajita Chicken Strips in this salad idea from Christine in California. Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Bag Fajita Chicken Strips Additional Ingredients: Spring salad mix Cherry tomatoes Sliced mushrooms Sliced, pre-packaged assorted bell peppers Small package of bacon bits Ranch Dressing Instructions: Heat up the … [Read more...]
Garlic Parmesan Broccoli
Uplevel your dinner with simply marvelous broccoli. Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 bag of Broccoli 1 tbsp Sweet Garlic Butter Sauce Additional Ingredients: Shredded Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper, to taste Italian seasoning, to taste Instructions: Heat Broccoli in the microwave. Once heated, remove from bag and place in a bowl. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, … [Read more...]
Healthy Grocery Budget: Lose Weight and Save
Retail food prices are on the rise, but American salaries are not keeping up. With the extra squeeze on your budget, it's important to make every dollar count in your healthy grocery budget. Is it possible to save on your groceries? Yes. But is it possible to save over $600 a month without clipping any coupons? ...Yes! To find that $600, we need to do a little … [Read more...]
Sous Vide Chicken Salad with Fresh Queso
Try this lovely Sous Vide Chicken Salad for a south of the border flair. Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Sous Vide Chicken Breast, chopped 1 Bag of Green Beans Additional Ingredients: Mixed Greens Fresh Queso, crumbled Fresh Lime, cut in half Pepper to taste Instructions: Heat the Sous Vide Chicken and Green Beans through. While your food is heating, fill your … [Read more...]
Breakfast Pizza
Indulge your pizza craving with this guiltless start to your day! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Cheddar Omelet + Breakfast Sausage OR 2 Egg Patties + Breakfast Sausage 1 Mozzarella String Cheese stick Additional Ingredients: 2-3 tbsp pizza sauce ½ tsp basil Pepperoni slices (optional) Instructions: Heat breakfast selection in the microwave. Once heated, remove … [Read more...]
Sweet Sugar-Free Treats
Cinnamon Cocoa Almonds These sweet sugar-free gems will help you kick chocolate cravings in the rear! Ingredients: 1 egg white 1 tsp cold water 2 cups whole almonds 3 tbsp artificial sweetener 1 tbsp ground cinnamon 1 tbsp cocoa powder 1/4 tsp salt Instructions: Preheat your oven to 250 degrees. Beat the egg white and water until frothy with a whisk in … [Read more...]
217+ Low-Carb Sauces, Condiments, Herbs, and Flavors to Spice Up Your Meals!
Who said you couldn't have variety on a low-carb diet? Mix up your meals and lose weight with these incredibly tasty low-carb sauces and dressings for any flavor you might be craving. You will never run out of options with this extensive list— grab it to check your pantry, or use it as a low-carb shopping list to make sure you're not missing anything! Tip: Use the … [Read more...]
3-Minute Grilled Chicken Salad
Can you have a salad while doing your Personal Trainer Food program? The answer is YES!!! And best of all, you can have your salad in as little as three minutes! Leafy greens are unlimited, and all of our entrees and vegetables are easily heated up and tossed on a salad! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: Sliced Grilled Chicken Breast or Grilled Fajita Chicken … [Read more...]
Awesome Super Bowl Sunday Munchies
Try these awesome Super Bowl munchies-- whether your team wins or loses, they won't make you want to toss the scale into the trash Monday morning! Bacon Jalapeno Deviled Eggs Ingredients: 6 eggs 2 pieces of cooked bacon, finely chopped (leave some pieces behind for garnishing) ¼ cup mayo 1 tablespoon minced jalapeño (leave some pieces behind for garnishing) ⅛ teaspoon … [Read more...]
Zucchini Pizza Bites
Quick and easy, these guilt-free pizza bites are an excellent afternoon snack. Even the kids are sure to love them! Don't forget to stay stocked up on all your Personal Trainer Food favorites so you can make delicious meals in minutes. Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 bag of Green Zucchini 1-2 Mozzarella String Cheese Sticks 1 bag of Pepperoni Bites … [Read more...]
Teriyaki Broccoli Bowl
A Personal Trainer Food favorite, this flavorful dish is sure to please! With almost no preparation required, it's a perfect go-to meal for a busy evening. Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 2 Teriyaki Chicken 1 bag of Broccoli Florets Additional Ingredients: Sesame Seeds Red Pepper Flakes Instructions: Heat Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli in the … [Read more...]
Greek Green Beans
Impress any guest with this Greek-inspired dish! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: Green Beans Additional Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp garlic 4 cherry tomatoes, halved 4 olives, sliced 2 tbsp crumbled feta cheese Salt and pepper, to taste Instructions: Combine garlic and olive oil in a small bowl. Heat Green Beans in the microwave, then … [Read more...]
Sugar-Free Apple Rose Tart
Put a pretty spin on dessert with this sugar-free apple tart. Make your tart one apple at a time in small ramekins or use more apples and a larger pie or tart pan. Ingredients: Serves 1-10 1-5 T Butter 1-5 Apples 1/8 - 2 tsp. Cinnamon 1/8 - 1 tsp. Non-caloric sweetener (stevia or Splenda) Instructions: Pre-heat your oven to 350 degrees. Generously butter … [Read more...]
Meatball Minestrone
Embrace the chilly winter weather with a hot bowl of hearty minestrone. This enticing soup is packed with flavor and takes just minutes to make! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Meatballs with Onions 1 bag of Mixed Vegetables Additional Ingredients: 2 cups Chicken Broth 1 Roma tomato, chopped Italian seasoning & Salt, to taste Instructions: … [Read more...]
3 Guilt-Free Holiday Dessert Recipes
Want to be festive and enjoy holiday treats without derailing your weight loss goals? Here are 3 recipes for you to share with family and friends. Enjoy the deliciousness without the guilt! Guilt-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies We thought you’d enjoy this recipe our CEO Mike makes for our PTF celebrations. You better watch out– they aren’t weighed down with a ton of carbs … [Read more...]
4 Low-Carb Stuffing Recipes for Your Turkey!
Turkey dinner. While the bird takes center stage, for some of us it's all about the stuffing or dressing. But the traditional bread-laden dressing is a recipe for gaining unwanted holiday pounds. Here are four healthier low-carb stuffing variations. Whether you are low-carb, paleo, gluten-free, or vegan, you'll find something to celebrate with these low-carb turkey dressing … [Read more...]
Loaded Mashed Cauliflower
Impress your family with this Personal Trainer Food–approved side dish! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 2 bags of Cauliflower or 8 - 10 ounces Cauliflower, chopped into bite-sized pieces Additional Ingredients: 1-2 tbsp Butter, melted 2-4 slices Bacon, cooked 1 small bunch Chives, chopped ½ cup Shredded cheddar cheese Salt & Pepper, to … [Read more...]
Comforting Chicken Soup
Here's an easy way to enjoy a warm, comforting soup on a cold day! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: Butter Roasted Chicken Breast Normandy Vegetable Blend Additional Ingredients: Chicken Broth Instructions: Heat the Butter Roasted Chicken Breast and the Normandy blend in the microwave. Heat the chicken broth in the microwave. Slice … [Read more...]
Easy Italian Cauliflower
Find homestyle warmth with wonderfully seasoned, tender cauliflower. Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 bag of Cauliflower Additional Ingredients: Shredded Parmesan cheese Italian dressing Salt & pepper, to taste Instructions: Heat Cauliflower in the microwave. Once heated, remove from bag and put in a bowl. Sprinkle with shredded Parmesan … [Read more...]
Avocado Sunrise Breakfast Sandwich
Who doesn't love a quick, easy, and delicious breakfast when you head out in the morning? Personal Trainer Food can help! This breakfast sandwich will take less time than going through the drive-thru and the healthy fats will help you lose weight and feel great! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 2 Egg Patties 1 Breakfast Sausage 1 Monterey Jack Cheese stick, shredded (or … [Read more...]
17 Mouthwatering Food Swaps to Kill Cravings and Shed Pounds
Are you missing some of your favorite foods like noodles, pizza, and chips? Here are 17 low carb food swaps to help you get your fix, satisfy your cravings, and still lose weight. (And surprise... these low carb food swaps taste as good or BETTER!) We've included plenty of easy recipes that you can make in just minutes, too. Instead of Noshing on Nachos Dive Into … [Read more...]
Deviled Chicken Salad
This simple chicken salad makes a great lunch on the go! Have some extra lettuce on hand? Turn the salad into a mouthwatering wrap with a few large lettuce leaves. Don't forget to stay stocked up on all your Personal Trainer Food favorites so you can make delicious meals in minutes. Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Grilled Tender Chicken Breast Additional … [Read more...]
Spinach, Avocado and Pumpkin Seed Salad
Just in time for fall, Pumpkin Seeds are on the menu! Try out our latest snack option in this hearty salad. Don't forget to stay stocked up on all your Personal Trainer Food favorites so you can make delicious meals in minutes. Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: ¼-½ bag of Pumpkin Seeds Additional Ingredients: 2 cups Baby Spinach ½ Avocado, cut into ½ inch cubes 1 … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Spice Coffee
Hello September! Wrap your hands around a warm mug of seasonal flavor as you dive into September with this heavenly PTF-approved beverage. This recipe is just like what you would find in a coffee shop; it's the "spice and everything nice" but without all the sugar! Ingredients: 1 cup of Coffee 2 tbsp. Butter 1/8 tsp. Vanilla extract Pumpkin pie spice seasoning, to … [Read more...]
Spicy Stuffed Bell Pepper
Spice up dinner with this scrumptious low-carb stuffed pepper recipe! Order today to choose your menu of delicious, and healthy weight loss meals! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 bag of Fajita Chicken 1 bag of PTF Blend Vegetables 1 Mozzarella String Cheese Stick Additional Ingredients: 1 orange bell pepper 2 tbsp salsa Taco seasoning, to taste Instructions: Heat … [Read more...]
Breakfast Burrito Omelet
Swap a satisfying omelet in place of a tortilla for a filling, low-carb start to the day! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Cheddar or Plain Omelet + 2 Bacon 1 bag of PTF Blend Additional Ingredients: 3 tbsp Salsa Instructions: Heat Omelet + Bacon and Fiesta Blend in the microwave. Once heated, open the omelet then top with bacon, Fiesta Blend, and … [Read more...]
Chicken Parmesan
An Italian fest that will help you lose weight fast! Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: Choose any of the following... Breaded Chicken Patty Sous Vide Chicken Breast Grilled Chicken Breast Spicy Breaded Chicken Breast Mozzarella Stick Additional Ingredients: 2-3 tablespoons tomato sauce 1 tsp oregano Optional: 1 tsp bacon … [Read more...]
Chicken, Bacon & Avocado Chopped Salad
Check out this simple salad full of fresh flavor--the perfect end of summer dish you can have ready in minutes! Don't forget to stay stocked up on all your Personal Trainer Food favorites so you can make delicious meals in minutes. Personal Trainer Food Ingredients: 1 Grilled Chicken Breast Additional Ingredients (add to taste): 2 Cups chopped romaine lettuce 2 … [Read more...]