Protein Palce

Friday, July 25, 2014

Cinnamon Roll Protein Shake


Who says you can't have a cinnamon roll when you are on a diet. With this shake you get the flavor of a buttery cinnamon roll and the muscle building punch of a protein shake. This is a great shake kick start your morning or have for a healthy snack during the day.
Ingredients:
 
8oz. Unsweetened vanilla almond milk
 

1 scoop protein powder 

16 grams of sugar free instant vanilla pudding 

1/4 Tsp. cinnamon
 

1/4 Tsp. vanilla extract 

6-8 Ice cubes 

Sprinkle butter popcorn seasoning & cinnamon 
Preparation: 
Combine all ingredients in blender, mix until desired smoothness. Sprinkle butter popcorn seasoning on top. Serve and enjoy

Macronutrient Breakdown: 

Total calories: 225 

Carbohydrates: 25g 

Fat: 3g 

Protein: 30g

Thursday, July 24, 2014

Vegetable Energy Shake

Breakfast as we all know is the most important meal of the day. Here is a breakfast shake that will really boost your metabolism and increase your energy level. Loaded with vegetables this shake is ready to help kick start your day.
Ingredients: 

1- Scoop protein powder
1 small can V8 juice 

1/2 cup chopped tomato 

1/4 cup chopped cucumber 

1/2 avocado 

Handful raw spinach 

1 Tbsp. lemon juice 

4-5 Ice cubes
Preparation 
Combine all ingredients in blender, mix until desired smoothness. Serve and enjoy
Macronutrient Breakdown: 

Total calories: 215

Carbohydrates: 22g 

Fat: 11g
Protein: 30g

Wednesday, July 23, 2014

Very Blueberry Protein Shake


If you are a blueberry lover then I have the protein shake for you. I love blueberries but don't always have the time to make muffins or pancakes for breakfast or post workout snacks. This is a great shake that you can make really fast to get your morning started off right or to help you recover after your workouts.
Ingredients: 

½- Cup unsweetened almond milk
1- Cup Fresh or Frozen Blueberries 

1- Scoops protein powder 

½ - Banana 

4oz- Water 

4-5 Ice cubes 

2-Tbsp light whipped cream
Preparation 
Combine all ingredients and mix until desired smoothness. Top with whipped cream
Macronutrient Breakdown 

Total calories: 293
Carbohydrates: 44g 

Fat: 3g 

Protein: 28g


Peppermint Monster Maker

If you are looking for a post-workout shake that will really add some mass, look no further. This protein shake is a mass maker that is packed with fast digesting carbs, healthily fats and powerful muscle building protein. It is called the "Peppermint Monster Maker and will most certainly help release the beast inside.
Ingredients: 
8oz. unsweetened vanilla almond milk 

¼ Tsp. peppermint extract 

1 Tbsp. sugar-free pistachio instant pudding dry mix 

2 scoops protein 

2 Tbsp. natural peanut butter 

2 Tbsp. natural honey 
6-8 Ice cubes 
                                                Green food coloring
Preparation 
Combine all ingredients in blender, mix until desired smoothness. Serve and enjoy

Macronutrient Breakdown: 

Total calories: 643 

Carbohydrates: 57g 

Fat: 19g 

Protein: 58g

Saturday, July 19, 2014

The Butterfinger "Free" Protein Shake

If you are like me then sometimes you just got to have a candy bar. That "got to have candy bar" for me is a Butterfinger. However when dieting I skip the candy bar and instead mix up this Butterfinger protein shake. This protein shake packs some great nutrition and will surely get you through those candy bar cravings.

Ingredients: 

1 Scoop protein powder (preferably vanilla) 

1 Tbsp. natural peanut butter 

1 Tbsp. butterscotch pudding mix 

8 oz. Unsweetened almond milk 

1 Full Chocolate graham sheet

6-8 ice cubes
Preparation 
Combine all ingredients in blender, mix until desired smoothness. Serve and enjoy.
Macronutrient Breakdown: 

Total calories: 385 

Carbohydrates: 30g 

Fat: 13g 

Protein: 40g

Low Carb Coconut Protein Shake

If you are looking for a light breakfast shake that will keep you going while not overloading you with carbohydrates then this is the shake for you. Most breakfast shakes over load you body with carbs and only give you 10-15 grams of protein. This coconut breakfast shake will give you the boost you need while keeping those carbs low.

Ingredients: 

4oz. Coconut Greek yogurt 

1 scoop of vanilla protein 

4oz. Unsweetened almond milk

1oz. Sliced almonds

4oz. Water 

4-5 Ice cubes
Preparation: 
Combine all ingredients in blender, mix until desired smoothness. Serve and enjoy.
Macronutrient Breakdown: 

Total calories: 312 

Carbohydrates: 23g 

Fat: 10g 

Protein: 37g

Thursday, July 17, 2014

Chocolate Cheesecake Protein Shake

That slice of cheesecake is definitely back on the menu, kind of. This protein shake gives you that taste of cheesecake you crave while keeping your waistline in check. The shake is great for post-workouts or a quick morning breakfast. Give it a try and see why cheesecake is back on so many diet menus.

Ingredients:

2 oz. fat-free cream cheese 

1- Tbsp. cocoa powder 

1 Scoop protein powder 

8 oz. Unsweetened chocolate almond milk 

1 pack Nature Valley crunchy Oats' n Dark Chocolate 

                                                   4-5 Ice cubes
Preparation: 
Combine all ingredients in blender, mix until desired smoothness. Pour in to chilled glass
Macronutrient Breakdown: 

Total calories: 430 

Carbohydrates: 53g 

Fat: 11g
Protein: 39g