Eat Like an Animal Athlete – Easter Edition
- Animal Athletic
- Apr 19
- 2 min read
Fuel your body. Stay sharp. Enjoy the holiday.
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🥞 Breakfast: Protein Easter Pancakes with Lemon & Quark
Ingredients:
• 1 dl oats (blended into flour)
• 1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder
• 1 egg + 1 egg white
• 1/2 banana
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp grated lemon zest
• 1/2 dl quark or Greek yogurt
Toppings:
• Fresh berries
• A dollop of quark
• Some almond flakes or shredded coconut
Why? Slow carbs + protein = perfect start for muscle building and lasting energy.
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🥚 Snack: Easter Egg Power Bite
Fill a boiled egg with:
• A little hummus or mashed avocado
• Top with chili flakes and pumpkin seeds
Serve with:
• 1 orange or passion fruit on the side
Why? Protein, healthy fats and vitamin C – clean fuel for your system.
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🥗 Lunch: Chicken Bowl in Easter Colors
Ingredients:
• 150g grilled chicken breast
• 1 dl quinoa or brown rice
• 1/2 avocado
• Pickled red cabbage (for a pink touch)
• Baby spinach
• Carrot sticks
• Yellow bell pepper
• Dressing: tahini + lemon + water + garlic + salt
Why? Colorful, protein-packed, anti-inflammatory – Easter vibes with function.
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🍫 Afternoon Snack: Protein Chocolate Eggs
Recipe:
• 1 tbsp peanut butter
• 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
• 1 tsp cocoa
• 1/2 tbsp honey
• A splash of water to form a dough
• Shape into small eggs and refrigerate
Why? A healthy Easter treat that keeps you full and crushes sweet cravings.
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🥩 Dinner: Lamb with Sweet Potato & Green Pesto
Ingredients:
• 150–200g lamb steak or lamb chops
• Oven-roasted sweet potato
• Pan-fried green asparagus
• Homemade pesto (spinach + basil + sunflower seeds + olive oil + lemon + garlic)
Why? Lamb is rich in zinc and B vitamins – ideal for recovery and hormone support.
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🥤 Evening Smoothie: Recovery & Relax
Ingredients:
• 2 dl unsweetened almond milk
• 1/2 banana
• 1 scoop casein or vegan night protein
• 1 tbsp almond butter
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp cocoa
• A pinch of salt
Why? Muscle recovery + calming pre-sleep effect.
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Animal Athlete Easter Mindset:
Easter isn’t about restriction – it’s about eating smart, enjoying with balance, and giving your body premium fuel. Train, rest, eat well – and keep your energy high all weekend.
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