Beans, Beans the Magical Fruit

Summer Recovery Bowl

After a hot run you probably don't want to slave over a hot stove or grill.  This quick meal will give you the right amount of carbs, protein and fats to rehydrate and refuel your muscles to you can recover like a champ!This recipe only takes about 5 minutes to make so you can still hit that magic recovery/refueling window of 30 minutes post workout!  Pair with your favorite electrolyte drink!Indredients:

  • Can of beans
  • Avocado
  • 1/2 Red onion
  • bunch of green onions
  • 1/2 cup blueberries
  • 1 Tomato
  • 1 Orange Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Vinaigrette
  • 2 TBSP Lime juice 
  • 1 TBSP Garlic Powder
  • 1 TSP Freshly ground black pepper
  • Salt to Taste

Cut veggies into small chunks and toss with remaining ingredients.  You can top with goat cheese, feta cheese or nutritional yeast if desired.Serve cold.For a very refreshing treat make before your activity and keep in the refrigerator.

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