I like using around 1/3 -1 /
2 scoop of protein powder most of the time which is what the recipe calls for below, but you can add more if you like.
Hmm... I made abut 6 bars for myself because I like having around 1/2
scoop of protein powder as a mini snack but if I'm hungry I can easily divide the mixture into 2 using those specific measurements!
* You can add in any boosters you want: a
small scoop of protein powder, hemp seeds, flaxseeds, etc. ** Another way to make this smoothie is to use frozen coffee and a regular (non-frozen) banana.
Resist the urge to double down and add an
extra scoop of protein powder to your shaker as there's a limit to how much protein your body can optimally use per dose.
I bought the unflavoured and it is Completely undrinkable, I throw up every time I use it, ive tried mixing with creatine and 2
large scoops of protein powder but the dry stale taste of oats is so overwhelming it just makes me throw up Goes Well With: The bin
Blend the following ingredients in a blender: - Water
-1 scoop of protein powder - Spinach - Some kind of fruit (I recommend a banana or berries)- A healthy fat such as nuts or nut butter - Ice cubes
For example, two
scoops of protein powder amount to around 220 calories, and if you add a tablespoon of olive oil which contains 120 calories to it, the total will be 340 calories.
I'm training for a 50m in July; I'm always
shoveling scoops of protein powder into my diet and feel like I'm overdoing protein supplementation to error on the safe (high protein) side.
As I was exercising I added in more things like bananas and avocados throughout the plan to give me the energy I required, I also added
2 scoops of protein powder (Sunwarrior and hemp protein) every day to ensure I could recover adequately.
If you opt for a smoothie, add a couple
of scoops of protein powder to your fresh or frozen fruit; add healthy fat with a tablespoon or two of extra virgin coconut oil, half an avocado or some crushed walnuts — fat slows gastric emptying which helps the smoothie «stick to your ribs» longer; and consider sources of fiber like chia, hemp, or flax seeds — which also act to «time - release» the carbs in the smoothie.
* You can add in any boosters you want: a
small scoop of protein powder, hemp seeds, flaxseeds, etc. ** Another way to make this smoothie is to use frozen coffee and a regular (non-frozen) banana.
A far better option would be mixing together a quarter cup of oatmeal, a
half scoop of protein powder, and a tablespoon of peanut butter to form your own home - made bar that has just 250 calories and will offer you a healthy mix of proteins, carbs, and healthy fats.
Chia seeds and honey provide additional energy, and you can add
a scoop of protein powder for an extra protein boost.
I am obsessed with «protein pancakes» but if you're going for 2 ingredients, egg beaters and
a scoop of protein powder works best — I tried it with egg whites today because my grocery store ran out of egg beaters and there is a HUGE difference in consistency.
Women 1
scoop of protein powder 1 cup of vegetables Handful of fruit 1 tablespoon of healthy fat Mixer (almond milk, regular milk, water — your choice)
Men 2
scoops of protein powder 1 - 2 cups of vegetables (like spinach, which doesn't affect the taste) 2 handfuls of fruit (fresh or frozen) 2 tablespoons of healthy fat (a nut butter or seed for example) Mixer (almond milk, regular milk, water — your choice)
Using my Ninja, I blended one cup of unsweetened almond / coconut milk, a medium banana, one
scoop of the protein powder, and a few ice cubes.
Thankfully, I plan ahead more these days with simple solutions for success, like putting up portions of leftover steak in the freezer for future salads, meal prepping a week's worth of whole grains like quinoa or oatmeal, and placing
my scoops of protein powders and recovery drinks into single - serve baggies for a grab - and - go before the gym.
I like to add
a scoop of protein powder to my chia seed pudding.
Nutrients per serving (calculated with one
scoop of protein powder and one tablespoon of maple syrup):
I made them extra chocolatey by adding
a scoop of protein powder, a bit of unsweetened cocoa powder, and a dash of chocolate PB2 to the dry ingredients.
This recipe uses
a scoop of protein powder plus chia seeds to keep you feeling full all morning long.
You could also add in
a scoop of protein powder (chocolate, vanilla or unflavoured would work really well in this recipe for an extra, extra boost of protein if you're into that kinda thing — do what you feel baby
Tired of just dumping
a scoop of Protein Powder into your shaker bottle (with milk or water) and shaking it up, gulping it down and...
smoothies - 1 / 2
scoop of protein powder, pinch of salt, tsp or less of instant coffee (decaf of course) a bunch of sweetener and then any extract (vanilla?
110g oats, 1 courgette and
a scoop of protein powder topped with mixed seeds.
Naturally gluten - free, vegan and paleo, feel free to add
a scoop of protein powder and some oat flour and you'll have a recipe similar to these Apple Pie Protein Bars!
Add
a scoop of protein powder for more substance, and / or a tablespoon of cashew butter and a dash of cinnamon for a Snickerdoodle - flavored version.