Category Archives: 4 oz Bariatric Meal Ideas

Chicken Tarragon Salad on Apple Chips, 11.2 grams protein, 170 calorie

4 oz Bariatric Meal Ideas, Chicken, Beef, Turkey November 8, 2014 proteinartist

Let the feasting begin! Your meal might look like a plate of hors d’oeuvres, but you will be filling up with sweet and juicy goodness. At only 2 ounces, this meal can afford a side dish as well. Works fantastic with the savory Low-Carb Cauliflower Latkes Bites at 6.3 grams protein, 110 calories. Together, your meal will total to 17.5 grams protein, 280 calories. The cold chicken salad is specifically made with fresh boneless skinless chicken thigh cutlets, the juiciest part. Do not overcook! The…

Flourless Mini Pizza, 18.5 grams protein, 240 calories

4 oz Bariatric Meal Ideas November 7, 2014 proteinartist

This mini pizza relies on a single slice of Cornmeal Cheddar Sandwich Bread which has 15 grams protein, 187 calories. Add 1 tablespoon of salsa and 1 heaping tablespoon shredded cheese, and top with your favorite topping. Bake for ten minutes. Ingredients: 1 Cornmeal Cheddar Sandwich Bread (15g,187c) 1 tablespoon salsa (5c) 1 heaping tablespoon (⅛ cup) shredded cheese (3.5g,40c) 2 olives, sliced (8c) Directions: Place bread slice on baking tray. Spread salsa and sprinkle cheese. Add olive slices. Bake on 350 for 10 minutes or…

Oven-Baked Pastrami Eggrolls, 12 grams protein, 214 calories

4 oz Bariatric Meal Ideas, Chicken, Beef, Turkey, Resources November 3, 2014 proteinartist

In this recipe, I replaced the cabbage and carrots with a package of broccoli slaw. You can find broccoli slaw in most supermarkets in the vegetable isle near the salad mixes. The meat will only taste as good as the quality of your deli purchase. Ingredients: 1 package Broccoli Slaw 1 Package Pastrami, 7 ounces 1 Package Eggroll Wrappers 1 teaspoon chopped Ginger 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil 1 Tablespoons Teriyaki ½ teaspoon Mustard 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon white pepper Directions: Stir-fry the broccoli slaw…

Three-Cheese Avocado Bites, 11 grams protein, 265 calories

4 oz Bariatric Meal Ideas, Cheese, Eggs November 2, 2014 proteinartist

Your home will smell like breakfast when these are baking in the oven. The finest of omelettes packed into a muffin cup for quick meal prep. Keep refrigerated, and reheat as needed. Two muffins is a single meal serving, since they weigh about 2 ounces each. This recipe will prepare you for six meals. The avocado and olive oil will give you the essential fatty acids that you will need for breaking down the protein. Ingredients: 4 eggs 1 ripe Fresh California Avocado, seeded, peeled and diced…

Edamame Frozen Microwave Meal, 12 grams protein, 220 calories

4 oz Bariatric Meal Ideas, Cheese, Legumes and Beans, Pack-a-Punch Lunch for post-op bariatric weight loss surgery protein meals, Resources November 1, 2014 proteinartist

This is the by far the fastest meal to heat up and enjoy. You can freeze the mixture in a microwave safe container and heat up for lunch straight from the freezer. The onions will caramelize in the microwave, the cheese will melt, and the edamame will be infused with the teriyaki flavor. This practical meal will surprise you. What a perfect lunch to grab for work. Ingredients: 1 ounce feta cheese, crumbled (5g,60c) 2 ounces edamame (5.5g,61c) 1 tablespoon purple onion, chopped (4c) 1…

Spaghetti Squash Alfredo Bites, 10 grams protein, 319 calories

4 oz Bariatric Meal Ideas, Cheese, Pack-a-Punch Lunch for post-op bariatric weight loss surgery protein meals October 29, 2014 proteinartist

In this recipe, I used gluten-free spaghetti squash and full fat cream cheese. You can substitute with lowfat, but do make sure the nutrition facts show you that there will be 2 grams protein per 2 tablespoon serving. Many whipped brands cheat on that and only have 1 gram at most. These little alfredo bites are perfect for a warm meal, but also tastes delicious straight from the refrigerator. Store 3 per zip-lock bag and freeze. Grab one bag in the morning when heading to…

Liver Pate Appetizer Cups, 18.6 grams protein, 237 calories

4 oz Bariatric Meal Ideas, Chicken, Beef, Turkey, Pack-a-Punch Lunch for post-op bariatric weight loss surgery protein meals October 27, 2014 proteinartist

Not only are these the fanciest little appetizers on the block, but your co-workers will envy your meal options. The dried fruit adds a sweet touch, topped with crispy onions for an exotic and tasteful meal. You will almost forget that you are eating organ meat. Ingredients: 12 ounces Chicken Liver Pate (63.48g, 531c) 12 won-ton wrappers from package (.75g,20c*12=9g,240c) ½ cup chopped dates (2g, 240c) ¼ cup French Fried Onion, crushed (180c) Directions: Spray a large muffin pan with oil spray. Press a wonton wrapper…

Cornmeal Oven-Baked Fish-Fry with Tzatziki Cucumber Salad, 21 grams protein, 190 calories

4 oz Bariatric Meal Ideas, Fish, Side Dishes October 21, 2014 proteinartist

Sometimes, you just want to have those yummy hearty meals that hit the spot. This gluten-free recipe allows you to coat the fish with the spices and crumbs and bake in the oven for a low-fat dish. Serve half of the fish with 2 ounces Tzatziki Cucumber Salad (recipe on the bottom of the page). The salad is wet and spicy, perfect for helping the fish chewing process. Ingredients: 4 ounces cod fish fillet (18g, 82c) ⅛ cup cornmeal (2g, 88c) ⅛ cup soymilk (1g,…

Vegetarian Stuffed Cabbage, 11 grams protein, 223 calories

4 oz Bariatric Meal Ideas, Legumes and Beans October 14, 2014 proteinartist

This vegetarian recipe was designed to create a balanced meal of necessary Carbs and Fats for Post-Op Breakdown of Proteins. If you are lazy to stuff the cabbage leaves, then shred the cabbage and cook everything together in the oven. Ingredients: ½ head cabbage (8g, 150c) 1 can chickpeas (21g,350c) 2 slices roasted red pepper from jar, chopped (15g, 30c) 2 large scallions, chopped (.6g, 20c) ½ rutabaga, or 8 ounces finely shredded (2.2g,76c) 2 tablespoons lemon juice 3 tablespoons olive oil (360c) 3 tablespoons…

Juicy Ginger Teriyaki Steamed Salmon Recipe, 21 grams protein, 151 calories – Pictured with Kale Salad

4 oz Bariatric Meal Ideas, Fish October 12, 2014 proteinartist

If you are lactose intolerant, and don’t want to drown your fish with yogurt or other dairy dressing, then consider steaming the fish to preserve all the juices. The fish was like butter, and my house did not smell, because of the ginger. Pictured with yummy kale salad – recipe below. Note: Kale salad is not cooked, and is therefore not suitable for those right after weight loss surgery and in the early stages of bariatric chewing issues. Directions: Rinse a fresh salmon filet slice…