SPONSORED CONTENT -- (StatePoint) Our modern lives involve non-stop activity -- from school carpools to back-to-back meetings to workouts to everything in between. When you find the right fuel to keep you going, eating well and the daily grind can go hand-in-hand.
As part of the Fuel for the Modern Hustle campaign, StarKist is teaming up with actress, best-selling cookbook author and mom, Tiffani Thiessen, to celebrate everyday routines and share her top hacks for staying fueled amid the frenzy:
1. Recharge: It’s easier than ever to prioritize protein at mealtimes, even when you’re multitasking. With 10 or more grams of lean protein per serving, StarKist’s ready-to-eat Tuna, Chicken and Salmon Creations Pouches and Smart Bowls come in more than 20 flavors like Lemon Pepper, Buffalo Style and Sweet & Spicy, making a midday recharge easy.
2. Pack an on-the-go boost: When the schedule is full, pack grab-and-go snacks full of lean protein for a quick bite between meetings or errands. To support nonstop routines, anytime and anywhere, try cutting up veggies like carrot sticks to eat with hummus packs or cottage cheese. Or grab StarKist’s Lunch-To-Go, Snack-To-Go and classic tuna salad kits, which come complete with crackers and a spoon for easy portability. “Life is busy so I try to keep snacks simple, without giving up on flavor or nutrition,” says Thiessen.
3. Beat boredom: Giving routine sandwiches, salads and wraps a flavorful twist doesn’t have to be complicated. Thiessen likes to turn everyday meals into something that feels new, delicious, and nourishing by incorporating fresh herbs such as dill and chives, crunchy veggies like celery sticks and sweet peppers, with delicious flavors of already seasoned and ready-to-eat tuna, chicken or salmon from StarKist.
To inspire you to stay fueled on hectic days, Thiessen is sharing this easy, on-the-go recipe for Chicken Salad Parfait, which can be made in 15 minutes or less and packs a nutritional punch, offering 20 grams of protein, 3 grams of fiber, along with significant amounts of calcium, iron and potassium.
Ingredients:
• 1 pouch (2.6 ounce) StarKist Premium White Chicken
• 1/2 cup cooked orzo
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
• 1/2 orange bell pepper, diced
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 lemon, juiced
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups arugula
• 1 tablespoon shaved Parmesan cheese
Directions:
1. Place cooked orzo in a 12-16-ounce glass jar.
2. Add a layer of red onions, followed by the orange pepper. Drizzle lemon juice and olive oil over top. Sprinkle with black pepper.
3. Open the chicken pouch and add on top of the vegetables. Place arugula on top of the chicken and finish with the shaved parmesan cheese.
4. Seal and place in the refrigerator until you are ready to enjoy.
For more healthy lifestyle tips, stress-free recipes and information, visit starkist.com.
Today’s on-the-go lifestyles require fuel to support every kind of hustle. Fortunately, nutrient-rich no-prep food options make it easy to eat well.
