Use these eight serving suggestions to wake up these protein powerhouses

By: Muscle & Fitness Hers Staff

February 26, 2009

Egg whites are a fit female's easy protein source - two can be cooked in the microwave in two minutes. By themselves, though, they can be pretty plain and flavorless. Use these tips to liven up these protein powerhouses. Each suggestion uses two egg whites.

>> Mix the whites into oatmeal or Cream of Wheat. Add cinnamon and Splenda for more flavor.

>> Place eggs in a small corn tortilla, top with 1 ounce low-fat shredded cheese and 1⁄3 cup of your favorite salsa.

>> Mix the whites with 1⁄2 cup fat-free cottage cheese and 1⁄2 cup blueberries.

>> Before cooking, mix egg whites with 1 Tbsp. blue cheese and 1⁄3 cup chopped spinach leaves. Microwave two minutes.

>> Place whites into a whole-wheat pita pocket with 1 ounce shredded low-fat Monterey jack cheese and 1⁄3 cup cooked vegetarian refried beans. Add shredded chicken for more protein.

>> Hollow out a toasted onion or bialy bagel, then replace filling with cooked egg whites.

>> Create healthy Sloppy Joes for four. Sauté 1 cup chopped onions over medium heat until transparent. Add 1 pound extra-lean ground turkey or beef; cook about five minutes. Add egg whites and cook until hard, about three minutes. Serve over spinach or atop a whole-wheat English muffin.

>> Sauté 1 cup stir-fry vegetables in 1⁄2 Tbsp. oil over medium-high heat until vegetables are tender, about two minutes. Add cooked egg whites and cook one minute. Remove from heat onto serving plate and drizzle 1⁄2 Tbsp. low- sodium teriyaki sauce over egg and vegetable mixture.