For some of us, going to the gym sucks. When you leave, you’re sweaty, you’re hangry, and your only goal is to make it home before your legs actually turn into Jell-O (thanks a lot, cycling class). Whether you snack and then shower, shower and then snack, or do both at the same time (wut), try any of these dishes to boost your post-workout bod without getting bloated.
1. Green Smoothie
Photo by Yonatan Soler
Because duh. Recipe here.
2. Shakshuka
Photo by Ashley Manning
Eggs on eggs. Recipe here.
3. Microwavable Couscous Greek Salad
Photo by Megan Prendergast
Mug snacks for all. Recipe here.
4. Buddha Bowl
Photo by Hannah Cather
#Eatclean. Recipe here.
5. Wild Rice and Veggie Stuffed Pepper
Photo by Megan Prendergast
Vegetarian goodness up in here only using Trader Joe’s ingredients. Learn how here.
6. Almond Butter Protein Balls
Photo by Keni Lin
Recharge, yo. Here’s how.
7. Asparagus Fries
Photo by MaryRachel Bulkeley
A great, low-carb alternative. Recipe here.
8. Brûleéd Grapefruit
Photo by Jocelyn Hsu
Hit up that Vitamin C. Learn how here.
9. Vegan Waffles
Photo by Danielle Cahoon
Made with chia seed pudding, who woulda thunk it? Recipe here.
10. Chicken Pita
Photo by Abigail Wilkins
Double the protein with the chicken and creamy yogurt dressing. Recipe here.
11. Baked Egg in an Avocado
Photo by Lauren Feld
Protein and good fat. Plus it tastes great. Here’s how.
12. Mini Zucchini Pizza Bites
Photo by Nadia Zanardi
Pop ‘em like it’s hot. Recipe here.
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13. Frozen Greek Yogurt Banana Poppers
Photo by Abigail Wilkins
Forget ice cream, eat these instead. Recipe here.
14. Raspberry Breakfast Popsicles
Photo by Lily Allen
Cool down with these. Learn how here.
15. Homemade Banana Peanut Butter Granola Bars
Photo by Alex Tom
Better than the packaged stuff. Make ‘em like this.
16. Frozen Matcha Green Tea Smoothie
Photo by Stephanie Nguyen
Keep that energy up. Recipe here.
17. Vegan Nectarine and Berry Oats
Photo by Maggie Harriman
Let ‘em sit overnight and they’ll be ready after your morning gym sesh. Recipe here.
18. Vegan Chocolate and Cherry Protein Shake
Photo by Hana Ezaldein
Tastes better than a milkshake, legit. Recipe here.
19. Mason Jar Salad
Photo by Bernard Wen
Perfect for on the go. Recipe ideas here.
20. PB&J Breakfast Parfait with Banana and Frozen Berries
Photo by Maggie Harriman
So much yum in one bowl. Get the recipe here.
21. Chia and Flaxseed Microwavable Oatmeal
Photo by Becky Hughes
Nuke it. Recipe here.
22. Open-Face Egg and Asparagus Sandwich
Photo by Ashton Caudle
Ditch that second piece of bread. Recipe here.
23. Blueberry & Agave Smoothie
Photo by Rachel Piorko
Health in a glass. Recipe here.
24. Edible Banana Granola Bowls
Photo by Audrey Mirabito
S’cute. Recipe here.
25. Zoodles
Photo by Mujahid Zaman
Spiralize me, cap’n. Pesto recipe right here.
26. Sriracha, Avocado & Egg Burrito
Photo by Briana Jones
You can make it in the microwave, HYFR. Recipe here.
27. Chocolate, Peanut Butter, Coconut and Yogurt Dip
Photo by Audrey Mirabito
Serve it with these banana chips and you’ll be feeling real healthy. Recipe here.
28. Mango Banana Pitaya Bowl
Photo by Phoebe Melnick
Move over, açai. Recipe here.
29. Salmon Sushiritto
Photo by Jayna Goldstein
And if the salmon’s cooked, you don’t even have to touch raw fish. Yas. Recipe here.
30. Microwavable Fried Rice in a Mug
Photo by Katherine Baker
Veggies, protein, carbs. Recipe here.
31. Healthy Instant Ramen
Photo by Mujahid Zaman
Because sometimes all you have lying around is ramen. Health-ify it like this.
32. Turmeric Roasted Chickpeas
Photo by Kristine Mahan
Seriously addicting. Recipe here.
33. Breakfast Omelette in a Mug
Photo by Megan Prendergast
This can’t get any easier. Recipe here.