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Welcome to the Dietitian’s Corner!

For those of you who don’t know me, I am Lindsay Vettleson, registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator at Valley Weight Loss Clinic and imaHealthcare.

This blog is designed to give you tips, recipes, and general info on making healthier lifestyle choices.

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Below you will find a recipe of an easy snack I like to make at home. They keep well in the refrigerator and are packed full of protein and flavor.

 

Oatmeal Protein Energy Ballsoatmeal balls

Recipe from The Healthy Maven

Serves 20 balls

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup vanilla whey protein powder
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 Tbsp. chia seeds
  • 1/2 cup smooth natural peanut butter
  • 3 T honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup raisins, chocolate chips, craisins or preferred add-in
  • 2-4 Tbsp. liquid (almond milk, milk, water etc…)

Instructions

  • Add oats, protein powder, cinnamon and chia seeds to a large bowl.
  • Add in peanut butter, honey and vanilla extract. Stir to combine.
  • Add in raisins (or preferred add-in). Mixture should be slightly sticky but still crumbly.
  • Slowly add in liquid 1 tablespoon at a time and using hands (get dirty!) Combine until it comes together in a sticky ball that holds together. If mixture is too dry, add in more liquid but not so much that it won’t hold shape.
  • Roll into balls using hands.
  • Place in a container to set in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  • Store in fridge until ready to eat.

Nutrition Facts

Per 2 protein balls: 194 calories, 20 grams carbohydrates,8 grams protein

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