Adding Flavor To Meals Without Adding Macros

Just because you want to eat healthy doesn't mean you have to sacrifice taste and flavor. It's actually the opposite. You should have beautiful and tasty food. How else would you stick to a nutritional program? Instead of a recipe this week I'm going to give you some ideas of ingredients you can add to your meals to add some extra flavor. Check the labels of everything you get to make sure they fit within your plan. Most of the listed items won't hurt your macros too much but can provide some MAJOR flavor and texture!

• SWEET FLAVORS:

• Vanilla Extract (or any flavored extract)

• Stevia

• Sugar Free Jello (mix or pre-made)

• Cinnamon

• Vanilla Bean

• Pumpkin Spice

• Cocoa Nibs

• Lemon juice

• Lime Juice

• Fresh Ginger

• Protein Powder (Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Etc...)

• Coffee (hot or cold)

• Fresh Mint

• Coco Powder

• Coconut Shavings (unsweetened)

• Flavored Almond/Soy Milk (unsweetened)

• Cut up/Crumbled Protein Bars (One Bars or Quest) - I add this to my yogurt

• SAVORY FLAVORS

• Sauteed Onion

• Seasonings of any kind

• Everything But the Bagel Seasoning

• Salsa

• Sauteed peppers

• Roasted Garlic

• Pumpkin Seeds

• Chia Seeds

• Cayenne Pepper (for some spice!)

• Hot Sauce

• Franks Red Hot Wing Sauce

• Red Chili Paste

• Sriracha

• Fresh Basil

• Fresh Garlic

• Flavored Vinegar

• Flavored Olive Oils

What do you use? Comment below to let me know what other flavors you use in your cooking!

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