Cutting SUCKS!!
Let’s be honest…
Yes it may be a necessary evil to get us those rock hard abs, but it still sucks!
My hope today is to save many of you from the bland, dry, boring route we nearly all fall victim to when dieting down. We’ve all been there right? Especially during contest prep.
Last week there was a GREAT reaction on social media to My 3 Favorite “Guilt-Free” Desserts article and, while it was only intended as a bit of a light-hearted break from my normal style of material, I’ve decided based on the reaction to share with you my top 3 favourite cutting recipes as well.
Hopefully they’ll satisfy your taste-buds, as well as your fat loss goals!
First up we have my favorite burger recipe…
Bicep Building Burgers
Fresh from my chef, Maxine, at Fit OrganiX (http://www.fitorganix.com/) … shout out to Fit OrganiX! A.M.A.Z.I.N.G food! I highly recommend you check them out!
Ingredients
- 1 lb raw ground beef or turkey
- 3 carrots
- 3 pieces celery
- 1/2 – 1 onion (depending on taste)
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1-2 Tbsp chili powder or other aromatics (curry powder, garlic powder, etc)
- 1 Tbsp rosemary or other herbs (oregano, thyme, sage)
Directions
- Put carrots and celery through food processor.
- Chop onion finely and combine with carrots, celery, and all other ingredients.
- Form into patties of desired size (Chef Maxine uses 3/4 cup to measure and shape)
- Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes. To check for ‘done-ness’, insert a knife into the patty: if the juices run clear, the meat is fully cooked.
- Remove from tray and let drain.
Next Up:
Mexican Salmon with Avocado “Salsa”
This one I got from my awesome MI40 Nation chef Melissa Reid!
Melissa’s a creative genius in the kitchen and makes damn tasty recipes. I know the thousands of MI40 Nation members appreciate her, and I especially appreciate her for this recipe – perfect for cutting! – high protein and veggies with the inclusion of good fats. And it’s DELICIOUS!
2-4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1-2 lb salmon filet, cut into manageable pieces
- 2 Tb lemon juice
- 1 bunch cilantro, diced
- 1 Tb paprika
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 Tb coconut or mct oil
Avocado Salsa
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 small or 1/2 large onion, diced
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- 1 avocado
Directions
- Mix salmon with lemon juice, cilantro, paprika, and cumin. Let sit 5-10 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add salmon (presentation side down) and cook for 5 minutes, until brown.
- Flip salmon and cook another 5-10 minutes, or until cooked through. Remove from heat.
- Dice avocado and mix with remaining salsa ingredients. Serve over salmon.
Finally:
Ground Beef / Bison, Pepper & Cabbage Stir Fry
I discovered this in the recipe section of my MI40 Nation site. It was submitted by one of my MI40 Ambassador superstars… nice recipe J.D, thanks buddy! Great tasting, high protein, medium fat, great taste!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground bison (or double the beef)
- 2 small organic sausages
- 1/2 head of cabbage, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 mini (or 1 large) bell pepper, chopped
- 1 leek, white part chopped (green discarded)
- 1 fennel bulb, chopped
- 2 Tbsps coconut oil
- 1 Tbsps red palm oil
- Various seasonings (paprika, onion powder, garlic, turmeric, parsley, etc)
- Macadamia Oil to serve (optional)
Directions
- Heat a pan over medium heat. Add beef/bison and cook until brown (about 5-10 minutes). Drain fat, and set aside.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add vegetables and cook until done (about 10 minutes).
- Add meat to the vegetables, add desired seasonings, and heat through.
- If desired, drizzle with macadamia oil and serve immediately, or keep for up to 3 days.
Three AMAZING recipes ladies and gents. Want more? Guess where you should go?…
…I’ll give you a hint… click here!
More recipes to check out
My 3 Favourite “Guilt Free” Desserts (Recipes Included!)
My 3 Favourite ‘Offseason’ Recipes
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