Easter: Fit and healthy through the holidays

Easter is just around the corner and for many people that means a few days full of enjoyment and celebration. However, it is important to also pay attention to your health. We have put together a few healthy recipes for Easter that will help you enjoy the holidays fit and active.

Breakfast:

• Easter curd muffins

These muffins are not only delicious, but also very healthy. They are rich in protein and fiber and give you the energy you need for the day.

Recipe:

• 250 g low-fat quark
• 100 g oat flakes
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 tsp vanilla powder
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 50g raisins

Preparation:

1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl and fill into muffin cups.
2. Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius (top/bottom heat) for about 20 minutes.

Main course:

• Easter grill plate with vegetables

This grill plate is perfect for a healthy Easter meal with friends or family. The vegetables are rich in vitamins and minerals and the grill marinade is low in fat.

Recipe:

• 200 g chicken breast fillet
• 1 pepper
• 1 zucchini
• 1 eggplant
• 100 g mushrooms
• 1/2 onion
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon paprika powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper

Preparation:

1. Cut the chicken breast fillet into cubes.
2. Cut peppers, zucchini, eggplant and mushrooms into bite-sized pieces.
3. Chop onion finely.
4. Mix olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, paprika powder, salt and pepper in a bowl.
5. Add the chicken breast fillet, vegetables and onion to the marinade and mix well.
6. Grill the vegetables and the chicken breast fillet on the grill (grill plate) or in the pan.

Dessert:

• Baked Bananas

  This dessert is a delicious and healthy alternative to cakes or pastries. It is rich in vitamins and fiber.

• 2 bananas
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• 1 tbsp cinnamon

Preparation:

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (top/bottom heat).
2. Halve the bananas lengthways and place them in a baking dish.
3. Spread honey or maple syrup and cinnamon over it.
4. Bake bananas until soft, about 20 minutes.

Tips:

• For an even healthier Easter brunch, you can use whole grain bread or sugar-free muesli instead of white bread.
• You can also choose healthier alternatives for drinks, such as water, unsweetened tea or juice spritzers.

We wish you a happy and healthy Easter!

Your SportPlus team