With long weekends and warm weather rolling in, you’ll find me outdoors every chance I get. Honestly, I prefer glamping, but even that takes a little grit and planning. As the go-to foodie, I’m constantly tasked with prepping something hearty to energize myself and those I’m with through any planned outdoor activity. Over the years, I’ve become a massive fan of skewer recipes. They check all the boxes: protein, fats, carbs, and are easy to grill or cook over a campfire.
Beyond their nutritional value, skewers win on simplicity. You can literally put anything on a stick and create endless flavor combinations.
Why High-Protein Skewers Are an Outdoor Adventure Must-Have
Hiking, swimming, kayaking, and camping are exhilarating but exhausting. Increasing your protein intake has several benefits.
Immune Support
As great as being outdoors is, Mother Nature can expose you to some not-so-great things, such as tick-borne illnesses, disease-carrying mosquitoes, or rabid animals. “Protein can support the immune system (amino acids are essential for building immune proteins like cytokines and antibodies),…
