{"id":117463,"date":"2018-02-15T02:00:29","date_gmt":"2018-02-15T10:00:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/?p=117463"},"modified":"2018-02-20T11:43:47","modified_gmt":"2018-02-20T19:43:47","slug":"best-post-workout-snacks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/best-post-workout-snacks\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Post-Workout Snacks to Try If You\u2019re Tired of Energy Bars"},"content":{"rendered":"

We’re well into 2018 and if you\u2019re still going strong on your New Year\u2019s resolution to exercise regularly…hooray! Now that you\u2019ve got a workout regimen down, you probably want to get your eating habits in check, too.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re in search of a post-gym bite that’s equal parts healthy and yummy, look no further than these 10 snacks.<\/p>\n

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Chocolate Hummus<\/a><\/h3>\n

Medjool dates and unsalted almond butter give this classic snack food a unique twist. Satisfy both your savory and sweet tooth with this hybrid recipe on FabFitFunTV (if you’re not a member yet, sign up today<\/a>\u00a0to access this recipe plus tons more cooking videos!).<\/p>\n

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Peanut Butter Cup Protein Bars<\/a><\/h3>\n

Can protein bars really taste like candy?! Inspired by Reese\u2019s Peanut Butter Cups, these delicious bars combine nut butter (any kind you like), flaxseed meal, and dark chocolate for a wonderfully easy yet tasty treat.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Green Goddess Smoothie<\/a><\/h3>\n

If you\u2019ve never been a fan of green smoothies — trust us, you\u2019ll like this one. The avocado gives it a nice creamy consistency and the banana integrates a hint of necessary sweetness.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Cottage Cheese Banana Oatmeal Protein Pancakes<\/a><\/h3>\n

Protein is key to taming those inevitable hunger pangs that come post-workout. These decadent pancakes incorporate cottage cheese for added protein while still being guilt-free.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Pecan Coconut Balls<\/a><\/h3>\n

The benefits of coconuts are endless. Not only are they incredibly healthy, but they\u2019re also super filling and satisfying. A hint of pecans adds a necessary crunch to this quick and portable snack that we just can\u2019t get enough of.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Cajun Roasted Chickpeas<\/a><\/h3>\n

If you\u2019ve got a snacking habit, you know there\u2019s nothing like a good ol\u2019 bag of chips. These fiery roasted chickpeas are the perfect alternative to greasy potato chips when you\u2019re in the mood for something salty and crunchy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Fro-Yo Fruit Bites<\/a><\/h3>\n

If a long strenuous workout has you craving some frozen yogurt, you’ll be obsessed with these fro-yo bites. This recipe uses real fruit for added texture, and the bite-sized portions are perfect for snacking.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Caprese Avocado Toast<\/a><\/h3>\n

Avocados are still having a moment in the spotlight, and for good reason\u00a0(it’s delicious, duh). This snack idea combines fresh avocados, mozzarella balls, and a balsamic glaze — perfectly mixing savory and sweet.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Chocolate Trail Bites<\/a><\/h3>\n

Everyone knows that dried fruit is nature\u2019s candy. Satisfy your sweet tooth with these chocolate trail bites infused with healthy fats. After all, you deserve a reward after that long sweat sesh.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Cherry Couscous Pudding<\/a><\/h3>\n

Who says couscous is just for dinner? The almonds, cinnamon, and honey totally make this dish snack-worthy. Plus, it\u2019s super hearty, which is just what you need post-gym.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

xx, The FabFitFun Team<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":"We're well into 2018 and if you\u2019re still going strong on your New Year\u2019s resolution ...","author":56231,"featured_media":117485,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[268],"tags":[],"thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/15141450\/Monique-Cottage-Cheese-Pancakes-3-1.jpg","thumbnail_url_middle_card":"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/15141450\/Monique-Cottage-Cheese-Pancakes-3-1-386x200.jpg","formated_date":"February 15, 2018","category_name":"Food & Drink","category_icon":"","author_name":"","trending":false,"sponsored":false,"random_color":"#a8f936","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/117463"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/56231"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=117463"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/117463\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/117485"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=117463"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=117463"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=117463"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}