Cottage Cheese and Almond Stuffed Dates

Why this?
This no-cook recipe featuring cottage cheese and almonds provides a perfect balance of protein, natural sugars, and fats, making it an ideal pre-workout snack. The combination of creamy cottage cheese and sweet, chewy dates offers a quick energy boost, while almonds add a crunchy texture and are a good source of healthy fats and additional protein. It's a simple, quick, and nutritious recipe that requires no cooking, perfect for those with a busy lifestyle looking for a nutritious pre-workout boost.

Ingredients:

10 Medjool dates, pitted
1/2 cup cottage cheese
1/4 cup almonds, finely chopped
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
A pinch of salt

Preparation Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the cottage cheese with honey, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  • Carefully open each date on one side and stuff them with a spoonful of the cottage cheese mixture.
  • Sprinkle the finely chopped almonds over the stuffed dates, pressing lightly to make sure they stick.
  • Refrigerate the stuffed dates for about 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Cooking Time: 0 minutes

Diet Types: Vegetarian

Serving Size: 1 date

Servings: 10

Nutritional Facts Per Serving:

Calories: 120
Total Fats: 3g
Sodium: 85mg
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Total Sugars: 16g
Proteins: 3g
Calcium: 20mg
Iron: 0.4mg

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