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Low-Calorie Fruit Toast Recipe

fruit toast with ricotta and strawberries

When you’ve got a busy schedule, breakfast needs to be something quick and easy, as well as keep you feeling full until lunchtime.

Skipping breakfast is one of the worst things you can do when you’re following a weight loss plan – not only will it leave you feeling hungry mid-morning, but you’ll also be more likely to snack on unhealthy foods for a quick energy fix.

To avoid this pitfall, try to grab something that is rich in protein like eggs or low-fat dairy, as well as a good source of fibre, such as wholemeal bread or oats, which will help to keep your energy levels more balanced throughout the morning.

When you’re in the Maintenance phase of your weight loss journey, you can enjoy more conventional foods throughout the day, so why not start your day off with one of these healthy and nutritious breakfast ideas?

You can follow this up with an OPTIFAST Shake or Soup at lunchtime, then try one of our low-calorie recipe ideas for dinner. If you find yourself needing to snack, reach for one of our OPTIFAST Bars, which are high in protein and fibre to help to keep you feeling full.

Fruit Toast with Ricotta and Strawberries

Toasted wholemeal bread or even wholemeal fruit bread can be a nutritious, filling breakfast that not only is a good source of fibre, but also complex carbs that can help keep your hunger at bay until lunchtime.

Here’s one idea using toasted wholemeal bread, creamy ricotta and fresh strawberries that will make you feel like you’re starting your day with a treat, but only takes minutes to assemble.

Low-Calorie Fruit Toast Recipe

Servings
1

Ingredients

  • 2 slices wholemeal fruit bread, toasted
  • 2 tbsp low-fat ricotta
  • 2 tbsp fresh strawberries, washed and sliced
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon

Method

  1. Wash and slice the strawberries, taking care to remove the stems.

  2. Toast the fruit bread and place on a plate.

  3. Spread the toast with ricotta, and top with the fresh strawberry slices and a sprinkling of cinnamon.

Nutritional Facts

Amount per serving

Calories 222
Total Fat 4.8g
Saturated Fat 2.3g
Sodium 204mg
Total Carbohydrates 33.3g
Dietary Fiber 3.3g
Sugar 11.6g
Protein 10.1g

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2024-02-16 13:44:37By Health & Nutrition Expert



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