Showing posts with label Protein Powder. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Protein Powder. Show all posts

Sunday, April 21, 2013

Chocolate Protein Yogurt Parfait


Protein packed parfait made with creamy Greek yogurt, chocolate protein powder, fresh blueberries, and Uncle Sam cereal for crunch. Chocolate craving curbed!







Ingredients (serves 1)
  • 3/4 cup 2% Fage plain yogurt
  • 1 serving chocolate whey protein powder
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1/4 cup blueberries, fresh
  • 1 tbsp Uncle Sam cereal
Instructions
  • Add yogurt, protein powder, and water to food processor and blend together.
  • You may need to use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the food processor container to ensure that the protein powder is thoroughly incorporated.
  • Pour yogurt mixture into a bowl.
  • Top with blueberries and Uncle Sam.
  • Indulge… and feel good about it!
Nutritional Info
  • Calories: 282
  • Fat: 5.5 g
  • Carbs: 21 g
  • Protein: 39 g
Note
  • For less calories and/or protein, use ½ scoop of protein powder rather than a full serving.
  • You could also add cocoa powder for more chocolatey flavor!

Frozen Banana Protein Ice Cream


This super easy, super fast recipe is under 200 calories, has 14 grams of protein, and is actually quite filling. It’s the perfect snack (great for pre-workout) or a healthy, sweet dessert.







Ingredients (serves 1)
  • 1 frozen banana, cut into pieces before freezing
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • ½ serving vanilla whey protein powder
Instructions
  • Add all ingredients to your food processor and blend until smooth and whipped-looking.
  • Using a spatula, scrape “ice cream” into serving bowl.
  • Enjoy!
Tip
  • If the banana gets mashed and stuck on the bottom of the container so the blades can’t get to it, just add a little more milk to get it moving.
Nutritional Information
  • Calories: 181
  • Fat: 1 g
  • Carbs: 31 g
  • Protein: 14 g