Celebrate the Fourth of July with a Healthy Snack!

Dear Body Buds,

Happy Fourth of July! I hope you plan a few healthy meals that will be refreshing, as well as give you the energy and nutrients you need to have a wonderful day. Try this very simple Power Foods recipe and share with your loved ones. It's very easy to prepare and share!

Berry Cakes

Ingredients:

• 3 plain rice cakes

• ½ c. cottage cheese (2%)

• 3 large strawberries

• ¼ c. blueberries

Directions:

• Wash and cut up the strawberries.

• Top the rice cakes with the cottage cheese and fruit.

Make it a Power Foods Meal:

This is a PC meal that can be completed as a Power Foods meal by adding a serving of vegetables like cucumber or celery. Try experimenting with different fruits, trying to keep the total amount of fruit at or less than ½ c. to minimize the sugar in this meal. You might also swap plain Greek yogurt (2%) for the cottage cheese, though it will taste a bit tarter.

Macros:

Protein: 18 grams

Carbs: 36 grams

Fat: 3 grams

Calories: 245

Serving Size: 1 serving

Enjoy your Fourth of July Holiday! I am proud to be an American! Love the U.S.A. and am grateful for all who have sacrificed to make this country as wonderful as it is!

Love your bud,

Kristy Jo

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