Healthy Snack: Low Carb Treats for Gym Junkies
You’re loving the gym life—all the sweating, swole muscles, and the feel-good endorphins that make you feel invincible. There’s just one issue: Your favorite pre and post-workout snacks are packed with carbs.
Although carbs are a great source of energy for workouts, they may hinder your workout progress by making it difficult to lose weight or build muscle.
This is where low-carb snacks come in.
Our snacks are healthy, vegan, and delicious having been handcrafted and built on rich Mediterranean heritage. Basically, they’re your perfect treat for cheat days.
Top 6 Low Carb Delicacies for Gym Enthusiasts
Boost Your Energy Before/After Workouts With Almond Fingers
Almond Fingers are some of the best energy boosters you can have before or after a workout session. They contain no cholesterol and just 9g of carbs per serving. Additionally, each serving contains 160 calories making it a suitable post-gym recovery snack.
Originating from Morocco, these delicious little snacks combine nutty and sweet Mediterranean flavors that make for the perfect morning pastry. These ingredients include:
- Almond
- Hazelnut
- Filo pastry sheet (wheat flour, olive oil, sugar, salt)
You can get our almond fingers in two value packs:
- 22 pieces (313 g)
- 10 pieces (142 g)
If you prefer to buy in bulk, you don’t need to worry too much about freshness. Almond fingers will last for up to a month when refrigerated.
Recoup Muscle Mass With Baklava El Bey
Baklava El Bey can be described in three words: sweet, melty, and nutty. These bad boys are originally from Tunisia and are common in big celebrations such as weddings and birthdays.
For gym junkies, they’re ideal for post-workout and cheat days due to their high-calorie content of 180 cals per serving. They’re also great to have before a workout as they contain 16 g of carbs and 5 g of protein per serving. Ingredients include:
- Almond
- Pistachios
- Wheat flour
- Sugar
- Rosewater
- Vegan butter
- Salt
Overall, this snack is more than just for cheat days. It’s also a wonderful gift for all the big occasions. Baklava El Beys can be found in the Vegan Edition packages and are available as custom orders.
Enjoy Cheat Days With Baklava Pistachio
Baklava needs no introduction. It’s the most mainstream Mediterranean pastry and it’s easy to see why.
It’s served all over the world in religious ceremonies for Muslims during Ramadan, Christians during Christmas, and by Jews as a Purim treat.
For gym enthusiasts, Baklava Pistachios are perfectly blended for energy and pure self-indulgence. They’re packed with nuts for muscle recovery and energy after workouts. Each serving provides 180 calories of energy, 25 g of carbs, and 4 g of protein.
Other ingredients include:
- Almond
- Pistachio
- Sugar
- Wheat flour
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Salt
Baklava Pistachio is traditionally a snack for special ceremonies and has been for centuries. This is why it’s also a fantastic gift for grand occasions. We’ve even included it in several gift packages.
Whether it’s Mother’s Day or Easter, show love to your loved ones with Baklava Pistachios.
Samsa Pistachio for a Flavorful Pre-workout Snack
Samsa Pistachios are little triangle-shaped vegan pastries originating from North Africa. They’re crunchy, remarkably delicious, and packed with nuts, meaning, they’re a great source of protein for gym-goers. It also makes a nice breakfast since it pairs well with tea.
To make Samsa Pistachio, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- Hazelnuts
- Almonds
- Pistachio
- Filo pastry sheet (wheat flour, olive oil, sugar, salt)
- Lemon juice
Samsa Pistachio contains 210 calories, 11 g of carbohydrates, and 6 g of protein per serving. This means you can have them before workouts for an energy boost and endurance. They’re also sweet, have high-fat content (17 g), and are perfect for cheat days.
In addition, Samsas can be served with friends and family as they traditionally are. Simply order our value pack with 18 pieces or our smaller pack with 8 pieces.
Boule Pistachio for High-Intensity Interval Training
Boule Pistachios or Boules, are small round or square-shaped Tunisian delicacies made with nutritious Mediterranean nuts that include:
- Almonds
- Hazelnuts
- Pistachios
These nuts are used to make the soft, sweet paste found inside the desert. The paste is then wrapped inside with a thin meringue layer that’s flavored with rose water and orange zest. On top, they’re decorated with white sugar lace for a sweeter taste.
Boules are packed with fats, carbohydrates, and protein making them suitable for high-intensity interval training (HIIT). You can have them after workouts for a boost in blood sugar or eat them as a source of energy before your post-workout meal.
Additionally, due to their Mediterranean royalty heritage, Boule Pistachios can be gifted and shared during Ramadan, Iftar, and Diwali.
Bjewia Pistachio for Vegans
Almond and pistachio topped with dried roses
Bjewia Pistachios are among our most scrumptious desserts.
Like many of our other desserts, Bjewia Pistachio is vegan and gluten-free. The main ingredient, Bjewia, is a nutty plant-based pastry from Tunisia. It’s a delicate mix of almonds and pistachios completed with the earthly flavors of dried rose petals.
Bjewia Pistachios are perfect for gym-goers. In addition to being vegan, they also don’t contain butter (fat), dough, and flour. The ingredients include:
- Sugar
- Citrus
- Almonds and pistachios
- Roses
Healthy Assorted Treats You Can Add to Your Workout Meal Plan
You don’t have to go for individual treats like Kaak Warkas or Baklava. Instead, you can have the best of all worlds by ordering Layla’s Delicacies’ assorted vegan boxes. They contain a wide variety of pastries and sweets.
Vegan Box, 22-Piece
The 22-piece Vegan Box is ideal for gym junkies who want a variety of snacks to enjoy after workouts. It contains an assortment of Tunisian sweets packed together carefully in a lovely gift box.
Other than traditional Mediterranean ingredients, this vegan box also comes with modern twists such as:
- Chopped almond and hazelnut topped with pistachio
- Almond and pistachio topped with rose petals
- Almond and hazelnut soft mix
In addition, the treats have zero cholesterol, 8 g of fat, 18 g of carbs, and 3 g of protein. This means the Vegan Box provides energy before and after workouts and is also wonderful for muscle recovery.
Lastly, the Vegan Box stays fresh for a month when refrigerated.
Vegan Limited Edition, 30-Piece
If you want to sample a range of desserts at a low, best-value price, consider the Vegan Limited Edition dessert box. The box contains 30 delicious bite-size vegan sweets handcrafted from high-quality nuts and other plant-based ingredients.
It’s the perfect box of sweets to come home to after an intense session at the gym due to its fantastic assortment of nutritious pastries. These include:
- Filo dough layered with almond and pistachio
- Crushed almond and biscuit coated with hazelnut
- A crunchy mixture of almond and pistachio
- Soft layers of almond and pistachio
Each serving (two pieces) contains 194 calories, with 19 g of fat and 3 g of protein. If you’re about to hit the gym, have two bites and you’ll be good to go.
To keep it fresh, plastic-wrap the contents and keep them refrigerated for up to four weeks.
Overall, the Limited-Edition Vegan Box contains all the necessary treats for self-indulgence after workouts. It’s also an excellent gift for your gym friends, family, and friends.
Common Nutritious Ingredients Found in Vegan Snacks
For gym-goers, nutrition plays a huge role in maintaining weight and crafting the body you want. That’s why all of our desserts are plant-based and gluten-free. This is made possible with the use of all-natural ingredients.
Almonds
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The use of almonds in Mediterranean desserts has been present for centuries. It’s one of the most versatile ingredients we use in our Tunisian sweets and pastries.
Healthwise, nuts are known to have several benefits, and almonds are no exception. They contain lots of healthy fats, protein, fiber and Vitamin E which have the following benefits:
- They lower blood sugar level
- They reduce cholesterol levels lowering the risk of heart disease
- Almonds keep you full for longer promoting weight loss
Furthermore, almonds have a unique nutty taste and flavor that enriches the whole delicacy. Almond paste also softens the dough when baking, making desserts finer and smoother.
These characteristics make almonds one of our favorite dessert ingredients.
Hazelnuts
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Hazelnuts are commonly found in the Mediterranean regions of Turkey, Italy, and Spain. Because of this, they’ve been one of the most common ingredients of Mediterranean desserts for centuries.
Hazelnuts are highly nutritious. They’re rich in protein, fat, vitamins, and minerals, and contain several health benefits.
- They contain antioxidants that help in the repair of damaged cells
- They lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease
- They’ve been linked to lower rates of cancer
- Hazelnuts reduce body inflammation
- They lower blood sugar
Hazelnuts are also quite versatile in their use. They can be eaten raw, roasted, or ground into a paste.
Generally speaking, these nuts are healthy, packed with energy and protein, and should be included in any gym-goer’s meal plan.
Pistachios
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Pistachios are green, slightly sweet nuts that come from the pistachio tree. People have been enjoying them for thousands of years and it’s easy to see why—they’re delicious and have some health benefits, especially for gym-goers.
- They’re rich in fiber and protein and can make you feel full for longer. This means that they can help with weight-management
- They lower overall fat and sugar otherwise needed in a dessert
- They assist in damaged cells recovery
- They lower cholesterol and the chance for cardiovascular disease
We use pistachios in almost all our treats like Baklava, Samsa Pistachios, and in our vegan boxes.
Vegan Snacks: Wholesome Treats for You and Your Family
At Layla’s Delicacies, we understand the importance of healthy snacks. Our vegan recipes ensure both you and your loved ones will satisfy your sweet tooth without packing on too many empty calories.
Simply order your favorite sweets or get in touch with us for custom orders. We’ll create, pack and deliver them to you in perfect condition.
