Easy High Leucine Snack to Boost Muscle

My sister came home from Finland and brought this favorite snack idea from her travels. High in the amino acid, leucine, it provides the stimulus for rebuilding muscle after exercise. Fresh tomato and basil pack in antioxidants. No wonder the Finns are so tough!

The “Finn-wich”

1 Rye krisp cracker
1/2 oz low fat mozzarella cheese
2 slices fresh tomato
1 Tbsp fresh basil
OR 2 thin cucumber slices

Stack cheese, tomato, and fresh basil or cucumber on top of rye krisp cracker.
Enjoy with a cranberry spritzer, sparkling water, or a glass of white wine.

Nutrition per Finn-wich:

Calories 74, Protein 5 g, Fat 2.4 g, Saturated fat 1.5 g, Carb 9 g, Calcium 10% DV, Iron 2% DV, vitamin A 16% DV, vitamin C 9% DV

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