Snack Hack: On-the-Go Avocado Bowl
As a sports nutrition coach and chef, I'm constantly on the quest for whole foods when I'm moving my body outdoors. Nourishing, anti-inflammatory foods promote joint health, allowing you to move with fewer aches and creaks. And eating real food like fresh fruits, veggies, nuts, grains and seeds can help keep your blood sugar levels consistent, so you're less likely to sugar crash or "bonk" in the middle of your favorite activity.This delicious on-the-go avocado bowl is made from seven ingredients and takes only 5 minutes to prepare. It's full of nutrients to help enhance your performance when you're hiking, climbing, bouldering or camping. The avocado is full of healthy fats and fiber and (fun fact) has more potassium than a banana. Tomatoes are a prime source of antioxidants. Lime, with its vitamin C, helps boost the immune system. Almonds offer protein, magnesium and manganese. Sheep's milk pecorino is loaded with calcium and protein. Sea salt has minerals that help balance electrolyte levels. And basil is a wonderful anti-inflammatory that helps combats stress.The beauty of the bowl is that you can mix, match and experiment with flavors and ingredients. Try different nuts, seeds, berries and citrus to make it your own. If you're practicing vegan, for example, replace the pecorino cheese with vegan cheese or nutritional yeast. If you're eating keto, paleo or omnivore, add salami or smoked salmon to bump up the protein content.Pile the ingredients high, then enjoy—it's that simple. (Photo Credit: Maria Hines)On-the-Go Avocado BowlYield: 1 servingPrep time: 5 minutesRecipe type: Can be made vegetarian, gluten-free, keto or paleoKitchen toolsKnife (any kind will do)SpoonPlateIngredients1 avocado, diced into 1/4-inch pieces1/4 cup halved cherry or pear tomatoes1 tablespoon shaved almonds1 tablespoon grated pecorino cheese1 tablespoon thinly sliced basilJuice from half a limePinch Himalayan salt or any sea saltDirectionsStep 1Pile all ingredients into the avocado shell. Yep, it's seriously that easy! If you're worried about things getting messy, you can also combine the ingredients on your favorite camping plate.To see more recipes from Maria Hines, check out Cook Out With Maria Hines on our YouTube channel.
