Ride Fuel – Rosemary + Thyme Spiced Nuts

Words and Photos by Lottie Bildirici As the holiday season approaches and the pressure to find the perfect gifts are everywhere, I thought I would share one of my favorite gifts ideas….This recipe is a twist on a recipe my mom makes all the time – spiced nuts. It’s perfect to serve if you’re having guests […]

Ride Fuel – Peanut Butter Banana Chip Granola Bars

Words and Photos by Lottie Bildirici Filled with fiber and healthy fats, I love this bar! Not as crunchy as a granola bar but it makes up for it in flavor. Slightly crunchy on the outside but nice and chewy on the inside, almost like a cross between banana bread and a Nature Valley granola bar. […]

Ride Fuel – Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

Words and Photos by Lottie Bildirici For me this seasonal shift plays out in a change from smoothies to overnight oats and eventually, in the winter, warm breakfasts. On a crisp morning these overnight oats are an absolute favorite of mine. Oats are a great breakfast to have before or after a workout. They are a […]

Ride Fuel – Summer Quinoa Salad with a Lime Basil Dressing

Words and Photos by Lottie Bildirici This quinoa salad is perfect to pack for lunch and it makes for a great side at dinner as well. I partnered with NOW foods to create this summer quinoa salad using their organic kitchen staples, which I always have on hand! The key to easy healthy cooking is to […]

Ride Fuel – Four Ingredient Blueberry Smoothie

Words and Photos by Lottie Bildirici I am always looking for different combinations when it comes to smoothies. My main goal is to keep it simple and to use ingredients that I always have on hand. Blueberries are a summer staple and when I have extras or they start to turn, I can always throw them into […]

Ride Fuel – Veggie Filled Egg Muffins

Words and Photos by Lottie Bildirici One of my underlying goals is to coach my clients towards lifestyles that are easy and sustainable for them! I know first hand that if things are not easy, people won’t do them. Shortcuts and seamless meal prep are crucial.  And that is how I came to create this recipe […]

Ride Fuel – Mint Chocolate Recovery Smoothie

Words and Photos by Lottie Bildirici As the weather warms up and I am spending more time outdoors, my time spent in the kitchen is becoming limited. So I am always looking for ways to make quick, nutrient-dense meals/snacks – especially as the miles on my bike or run start to add up. I partnered with […]

Riding Fuel – Miso Trail Bites

Words and Photos by Lottie Bildirici These Trail Bites were designed to take on the go and they pack well. I partnered with NOW Foods and Jessie Zapo – an avid ultra trail runner to create these bites. We wanted to create something savory with some salt. I also wanted to make sure we had a […]

Riding Fuel – Chocolate Coconut Macaroons

Words and Photos by Lottie Bildirici Macaroons will always remind me of Passover, a time honored Jewish holiday that we celebrate every spring. During the 8 days of Passover we don’t eat any gluten, which includes bread, pasta and any products that have wheat. With limited options, we pretty much cook all our own food that week. […]

Riding Fuel – Matcha Tahini Energy Bars

Words and Photos by Lottie Bildirici Matcha bites are the perfect burst of energy that won’t have you crashing after a few hours. Matcha is a slow releasing caffeine that will continue to energize you. Paired with dates and nuts, it’s the perfect combination. I also used tahini (sesame paste). Tahini is great! It’s one of […]