A Unique Way to Fuel: Chocolate Banana Lettuce Wraps

If starch before a workout leaves you feeling sluggish, try this fresh approach to a wrap.

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If starch before a workout leaves you feeling sluggish, try this fresh approach to a wrap. It’s ideal for when you’re in a pre-exercise rush. For some crunch, add a sprinkle of granola.

Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Paleo-friendly, Vegan or Vegetarian
Servings: 1
Active Time: 5 min.
1 large Boston or butter lettuce leaf*
1 tablespoon chocolate hazelnut butter
1 small banana
1 teaspoon honey
* Use a mild-tasting lettuce 

Spread chocolate hazelnut butter on one side of the lettuce leaf. Top with banana, drizzle on honey, and fold over the leaf.

Game Changers: Spread on almond, peanut, or cashew butter instead of chocolate hazelnut + Try apple slices instead of banana + Use maple syrup or agave instead of honey

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